Does something feel off? Maybe you feel slightly nauseous, bloated, or just different. If you recently had sex, you could be wondering if you’re experiencing pregnancy symptoms. It’s possible.
Here are common pregnancy signs and symptoms to be aware of as you wait to find out whether or not you’re pregnant.
Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms
Every woman’s pregnancy is unique. While some may not have any pregnancy symptoms at first or at all, others could begin experiencing them even before their missed period.
Here are some common signs and symptoms:
1. Missed Period
If you are pregnant, your body will not shed your uterine lining like usual. Instead, it will begin producing hormones to stop your period and ovulation.
2. Nausea with or without Vomiting
Nausea, also known as “morning sickness,” is a common pregnancy symptom. It can range from mild to severe, vary from woman to woman, and happen at any time of the day.
3. Tender or Swollen Breasts
Your breasts may feel tender or sore, similar to how they may feel before a monthly period. You may also experience nipple changes, like the areolas darkening.
4. Increased Urination
Pregnancy leads to increased blood volume, which means your kidneys will process more fluid that can end up in your bladder.
5. Fatigue
You may feel tired and sleepy during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. While no one knows the exact cause, the rapid increase in the hormone progesterone could play a role.
6. Moodiness
How are your emotions? Experiencing mood swings or feeling moody or weepy are common pregnancy symptoms.
7. Bloating
Due to hormonal changes, you may feel bloated like you would with your period.
Other Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms
You could also experience food aversions, constipation, cramping, spotting, and nasal congestion.
When Can You Take a Pregnancy Test?
The best time to take a pregnancy test is after your missed period when the hormone hCG has risen to detectable levels. If your pregnancy test detects hCG, it will return a positive pregnancy result. If not, it will be negative.
While some pregnancy tests claim to give early, accurate results, waiting lessens the risk of a false-negative result.
Do You Think You Might Be Pregnant?
Schedule an appointment at Oasis Resource Center for no-cost, lab-quality pregnancy testing. We can verify your pregnancy with an accurate test, and if it’s positive, we can provide a limited ultrasound to gather essential health details.
