Pregnancy
Could I Be Pregnant?
If you have sex there is always a chance for pregnancy. Many women assume if they are using contraception they can't become pregnant, however contraception is not 100 percent effective and there is still a chance for pregnancy.
Pregnancy Symptoms
Late or Missed Period
Once you are pregnant, you will stop having monthly periods until a few weeks after your baby is born. This is one of the first signs of pregnancy women notice.
Food Aversions
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Some of your favorite foods may suddenly taste bad, while others you normally don't like become appealing.
Pregnancy triggers hormonal changes that may affect taste buds.
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Mood Swings
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Hormonal fluctuations caused by pregnancy may cause you to become more emotional than usual.
Abdominal Bleeding
Early Pregnancy may be accompanied by internal abdominal bleeding and pain in some women.
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Frequent Urination
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As your growing uterus puts pressure on your bladder, you may find your self needing more trips to the restroom than usual.
Pregnancy Test
Fatigue
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Early pregnancy can cause you to feel more tired. You may need to sleep longer at night or take naps during the day.
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Sore Breast
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During early pregnancy, your breast may feel fuller and heavier, and your areoles may become darker.
Light Bleeding or Spotting
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Some women experience light spotting and even mild cramps about 1-2 weeks after conception.
Nausea
Also called "morning sickness" can actually happen any time of the day and usually appears about a month after conception.
High Basal Body
Temperature
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​If your body temperature stays elevated for more than two weeks, it could be a sign of early pregnancy.
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