What is There to Learn About Early Signs of Pregnancy and Symptoms of Pregnancyby Josephine Archibald
What is There to Learn About Early Signs of Pregnancy and Symptoms of PregnancyInitial symptoms of pregnancy can indeed cause a lot of excitement from the expectant parents. At this time the expectant mothers body is going to be going through some fairly severe changes so its good policy to know what to expect so that you can tackle the situation all the better. Pregnancy can leave you emotionally exhausted at times. One moment you are feeling exhilarated and then the next you may be feeling exhausted and anxious. Having these emotions to deal with on a regular basis can add to emotional stress levels. This is very normal as there are many things to be considering. Is the baby progressing okay and gaining the correct amount of weight? Is it too large or too small? What if its premature? Is the baby going to be a boy or a girl? Am I eating the right foods and taking the right supplements? You may be wondering about all sorts of things such as " will the baby be overweight when its born, or under weight; will it be premature or perhaps late delivery; will it be okay mentally and physically; am I taking in enough supplements and getting enough of the right foods...? Lots of things to get unnecessarily worked up about, but understandable if you do. Within the initial two weeks just after conception a hormonal trigger is set, which will then allow for mums body to start with the nourishment of the baby, which will happen previous to any type of examination can confirm pregnancy. The most common physical changes include the following: 1.Increased breast sensitivity. This is due to increased hormonal activity. The breasts will probably feel heavier and fuller. This sensitivity can be relieved somewhat with a good bra at the correct size. 2.Nausea. Vomiting, queeziness and nausea are caused again by hormonal changes and can be reduced by eating small meals frequently throughout the day. Ginger in tea or ale is a good aid, as it can be when added to your cooking. 3.Heightened levels of dizziness. Blood sugar levels and hence energy levels will quickly change and this can bring about dizziness. Therefore to combat this, try not to stand still for long periods and snack regularly on healthy foods such as low-fat yogurt and dried fruits. If the dizziness persists then seek advice from your physician. 4.Dizziness. Energy levels and blood sugar levels will rapidly change bringing about the possible onset of occasional dizziness. In this situation, try to avoid standing still for long. Keep healthy snacks close by to help maintain blood sugar levels. These can include low-fat yogurt and dried fruits for example. If dizziness is persistent then do consult your physician. 5.Increases in urination. The uterus can begin to press on the bladder during the early months of pregnancy, which increases the frequency of urination. Be on the look out for any urinary tract infections. If you are losing sleep due to regular trips to the bathroom at night, try to reduce fluid intake later in the day. Panty liners can help to reduce potential embarrassment and discomfort. About the Author: The author of this article - Josephine - is a mother to a young child and writes extensively on her blog about various parenting issues including that of early signs of pregnancy and symptoms of pregnancy. Top of Page Back to Articles Page Back to the Ex-Health & Home Shopping Home Page |