Body changes during pregnancy

Pregnancy is a natural process involving changes in a woman’s body. The various body changes during the period of pregnancy are explained in this post. Most women have uncomplicated pregnancies and their daily routines may not change until the last few weeks before delivery. Other women have difficult pregnancies that change their daily lives right from the beginning. Most women experience emotional shifts and mood swings. It is natural to feel doubt, anxiety and fear about pregnancy and childbirth, as well as happiness, excitement and anticipation. Pregnancy typically lasts for 40 weeks or 9 months. The time is divided into three periods called trimesters (three month intervals), during which different things happens to your body and to the baby. The three trimesters are explained one by one in the upcoming posts.

Signs of pregnancy (continued……..)

Some other important signs of pregnancy which are missed in the previous post are mentioned in this post. Tender and swollen breast: If you are pregnant, your breasts will probably become increasingly tender to the touch. You may experience implantation spotting, a slight staining of a pink or brown color. Morning sickness is also a sign of pregnancy. One will feel so tired even after a long sleep when she is pregnant. Continuous vomiting also signs pregnancy. One may notice a change in the sense of taste and some will have metallic taste in their mouth. Few cannot stand the taste of a coffee, tea or the dish which they usually like. A missed period is the surest sign of pregnancy in a woman of child bearing age who usually has regular period. The body changes that will occur during the period of pregnancy will be explained in the next post.

Signs of pregnancy

The various signs of pregnancy are food carving, fatigue, frequent urination, darkening of areolas, tender, swollen breast, implantation bleeding or cramping, morning sickness, altered sense of taste, and a missed period. This post us most of the signs occurring when a pregnancy is caused. Food carving can sometimes be a signs of pregnancy; but if carvings are accompanied by some other symptoms, start counting the days from the last period. Fatigue is a hallmark of early pregnancy. One wills so tired and restless even without doing any work. Frequent urination is also a symptom of pregnancy. If the skin around the nipples gets darker, it is sign to be pregnant for sure.