Did you miss your period? Are you feeling extra moody? These may be early signs of pregnancy. The same hormones that are to blame for physical changes can also cause emotional changes. In this blog, we share common early signs of pregnancy to look out for.
Are You Experiencing Early Signs of Pregnancy?
The Mayo Clinic shares early signs to look out for that may point to pregnancy. To be sure, get a free pregnancy test at our center today, and we will help you understand the results.
Late or missed period
The most common early sign of pregnancy is a missed period. It can especially tell if your cycle is usually very regular. It’s important to pay attention to your body if your period is late or if you missed it altogether.Â
Tender or swollen breasts
Tender breasts are one of the earliest signs of pregnancy. It’s common to experience changes to your breasts starting the first couple of weeks after conception as your body produces more hormones and prepares for all the changes ahead caused by pregnancy.Â
Food Aversions/Cravings
Are you suddenly craving foods that you’ve never craved before? Random food cravings and aversions can happen throughout your pregnancy due to new hormones your body produces during pregnancy.Â
Morning sickness
Another early sign of pregnancy is morning sickness. This nausea, with or without vomiting, is caused by your stomach emptying more slowly when you’re pregnant. Morning sickness can happen as early as two weeks into pregnancy and end after the first trimester or stay throughout the entire pregnancy.Â
Mood swings
Are your emotions all of a sudden very up and down? Some women experience major mood swings early in pregnancy. Pregnancy hormones can make you feel like you’re on a roller coaster ride of unexpected highs and lows. This is a good sign that you may be pregnant.
Get Answers Today
These signs on their own aren’t enough to confirm if you’re pregnant. Some women don’t have any pregnancy symptoms early on. The only way to know for sure is to begin with a pregnancy test.
Schedule a free and confidential pregnancy appointment at Life Center today to start getting answers. You are not alone as you navigate this time.