Am I Pregnant?
What are some of the signs that you might be pregnant? They vary among women and can occur any time during the pregnancy beginning at implantation (8-10 days). You know your body the best… do any of these sound familiar?
Missed Period – Your period has not started in its normal time frame. Your menstruation cycle is approximately every 28 days. An unusual delay in it starting is a tell-tale sign that you might be pregnant. The lining in your uterus does not shed (bleed) when an embryo is implanting.
Light Bleeding – You have some light bleeding and cramping. This is often misinterpreted as having started your period, but when the embryo implants in the uterine wall (6 – 12 days after conception) some women experience these symptoms.
Nausea and Vomiting – You feel like you want to throw-up all the time. Sometimes it is called “morning sickness”, but it can happen at any time of day.
Feeling Fatigued – You are tired all the time. When you are pregnant, your body goes through big hormonal changes. Your HCG levels go from 0 to 250,000mIU/ml in twelve weeks, so your body has to adjust to its new chemistry.
Tender Breasts/Darkening of the Areolas (nipples) – Your breasts are changing. They may feel tender and swollen and your nipples are getting darker, standing more erect and are very sensitive. This is due to an increase in the amount of HCG hormone that begins at implantation.
Urge to Urinate more Frequently – You need to urinate more often then usual. As your uterus begins to swell to accommodate the growing baby, it can push on your bladder, causing you to need to empty it more frequently.
Constipation – You are having trouble with bowel movements. The pregnancy hormones (HCG) slow down bowel functions so the embryo can get the maximum amount of absorption from the mother’s vitamins and nutrients.
Heartburn – You are experiencing heartburn as you eat. As the uterus swells, it pushes up, constricting the stomach.
Headaches/Backaches – Your head and/or back is hurting. As your body gets used to being pregnant, the hormone increases can cause headaches. Backaches occur as your body adjusts to the growing weight in the front of your body.
Food Cravings – You are craving something unusual to eat. Strong urges to eat a particular food are common throughout pregnancy.
Of course the most recommended way to determine whether or not you are pregnant is to see a doctor who will administer a pregnancy test. You can receive a complimentary and confidential test from people who care, contact us today..