Signs and symptoms of pregnancy
For women who have a regular monthly menstrual
cycle, the earliest and most reliable sign of pregnancy is a missed
period. Sometimes, women who are pregnant have a very light period,
losing only a little blood. Other signs and symptoms of pregnancy
are:
Feeling sick
You may feel sick and nauseous, and/or vomit. This is commonly
known as morning sickness, but it can happen at any time of the day
or night. If you're being sick all the time and can't keep anything
down, contact your GP. Find out more about coping with nausea and
morning sickness in pregnancy.
Changes in your breasts
Your breasts may become larger and feel tender, just as they
might do before your period. They may also tingle. The veins may be
more visible, and the nipples may darken and stand out.
Peeing more often
You may feel the need to pee more often than usual, including
during the night.
Other signs of pregnancy that you might notice are:
- constipation;
- an increased vaginal discharge without any soreness or
irritation;
- feeling very tired;
- a strange taste in your mouth, which many women describe as
metallic;
- craving new foods, or losing interest in certain products that
you previously enjoyed, such as tea, coffee, tobacco smoke or fatty
food;
If you think that you might be pregnant, find out more about
taking a pregnancy test.
Please note: the information from this page has
been taken from the Western Sussex Hospital Trust, please visit
their website for more information.