The big question… Are You Pregnant? Have you experienced some of the common pregnancy symptoms? There are lots of symptoms of pregnancy. And all pregnancies are different. Even for the same woman. Here are a few of the most common pregnancy symptoms. Count how many of the pregnancy symptoms you have, even if you know that you are not pregnant.

Top Pregnancy Symptoms

Are you experiencing these pregnancy symptoms?

Missed Period
Okay, we all know this one. This is the most obvious pregnancy symptom. If your period is late, you could be pregnant. Hooray! No menstruation for 9 months! But a missed period could also be due to stress, excessive weight gain or loss, and even a change in your birth control method. Take a pregnancy test to be sure. If the test is negative and you are positive that you are positive, take another test in a week or consult your doctor.

Food Cravings (or Aversions)
Are you suddenly ravenous for pickles and ice cream? Can’t stand the smell of your once beloved eggs? You may be pregnant. Many women report having food cravings in the early stages of pregnancy. The cravings pregnancy symptom will often continue throughout the pregnancy.

Morning Sickness (Nausea)
Although it’s often called morning sickness, don’t let the name fool you. Morning sickness can occur morning, noon, or night. And if you’re one of the lucky few, it can even wake you up in the middle of the night. Fun, right?! Morning sickness usually arrives somewhere around the 6th week, give or take two weeks. So how do you tame these great moments of sickness for this wonderful pregnancy symptom? Eat smaller meals, snack on saltine crackers, try drinking ginger ale. You can also ask your doctor about a B6 supplement.

Fatigue
If you ask most pregnant women, it seems like you are always tired. Feeling tired is a common side effect? So what is the cause of this constant fatigue? It could be rising levels of progesterone or maybe low levels of iron. Whatever the reason is, there are things you can do to help combat the exhaustion. Get your winks in whenever you can, especially if there are other children in the house. Try stretching or taking a light walk. Definitely eat right, if you haven’t been doing so already. Most women report feeling more alert and less sluggish during the second trimester.

Frequent Urination
Your bladder seems to be working overtime, especially in the middle of the night. In the beginning your kidneys are working hard to eliminate waste. Then later, as your uterus grows, there is more pressure on your bladder. This great combination will lead to more frequent trips to the bathroom.

 Other Pregnancy Symptoms

There are many more pregnancy symptoms. Some women will experience all or most of them while others may not even notice much change. Every woman is different and every pregnancy is different when it comes to experiencing pregnancy symptoms.

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