Not positive that you are pregnant yet? The waiting can be a nerve-racking place to be. An unplanned pregnancy is never easy, but whatever happens, you are not alone. If you think you are experiencing early pregnancy symptoms, always take a pregnancy test to be sure. Here are some of the most common signs that you might be pregnant.

What are the top 10 signs that I might be pregnant?

Here are ten of the most common pregnancy signs that could point to pregnancy:

1. More Frequent Urination 

When you become pregnant, your body’s amount of blood increases and causes your kidneys to process more fluid. This fluid then makes its way into your bladder, causing you to urinate frequently. If you are urinating more frequently than usual, you may be pregnant.

2. Your Missed Period

A missed period is a very common early sign of pregnancy. It all has to do with your unique menstrual cycle and what normal is for you. If you have irregular periods often, pregnancy may not be the case. On the other hand, if you missed your period and it’s out of your menstrual routine, you might be pregnant.

3. Fatigue

Fatigue can feel like muscle weakness, tiredness, or slowed reflexes and responses. During early pregnancy, you may feel sleepy due to the extra progesterone in your body. If you’re feeling constant fatigue or even slight signs of it, pregnancy could be the reason.

4. Nausea 

Some women experience nausea early in their pregnancy, and some not at all. Nausea with or without vomiting is a common sign that you are pregnant. The hormonal changes in pregnancy play a big part in this and how you experience this pregnancy symptom.

5. Mood Swings

Ever feel like you can’t control your mood? Mood swings are obvious for those you live with and can pick up on it before you do. Due to the number of hormones released in your body during pregnancy, you can become very sensitive and emotional. 

6. Tender Breasts

During pregnancy, hormonal changes can cause your breasts to be sore and sensitive. Once your body adjusts to your pregnancy, this can tend to go away further into your pregnancy. Tender breasts are a common sign that you might be pregnant.

7. Food Aversions

Are you feeling extra sensitive to certain foods or odors? Experiencing food aversions is common in early pregnancy. It’s a process that your body goes through during your first trimester. 

8. Mild Cramping

Slight cramping could be an early symptom of pregnancy. Many times, women experience this in their first trimester and it’s nothing to be worried about. If you come up negative for pregnancy, do follow up with your doctor.

9. Nasal Congestion

An increase in hormonal levels and higher blood production causes mucus membranes to swell and dry. It can cause you to have a runny or stuffy nose. This is subtle but a common early pregnancy symptom.

10. Bloating

Bloating is a more difficult symptom because many things can cause it. The hormonal changes during early pregnancy could cause you to feel bloated, similar to how you feel at the beginning of your menstrual period.

How do I confirm I’m Pregnant?

If you find yourself experiencing a couple or even just one of these symptoms, you should confirm your pregnancy. Take an at-home pregnancy test and then receive lab-quality pregnancy testing to be sure. Confirming your pregnancy will give you the confidence you need to move forward. Talk to our team today if you have any pregnancy symptoms, questions, or if you want to know more about your pregnancy options. We are here for you.

 

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“Symptoms of pregnancy: What happens first.” Mayo Clinic, https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/getting-pregnant/in-depth/symptoms-of-pregnancy/art-20043853.