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Are You Pregnant?Feeling overly tired, have bouts of nausea or notice your breasts are really swollen? These symptoms can all be signs of being pregnant. The truth is, every woman is different and you may have every single one of these symptoms or none at all. Here’s a checklist of common signs of pregnancy along with tips for how to know if you’re expecting for sure:Nausea and vomiting. You may begin experiencing morning sickness as early as a week after conception. Nausea isn’t limited to just the morning – it can happen at any time. You may find you become sensitive to certain kinds of smells that trigger a queasy stomach. Tender breasts and nipples. Your breasts may start to feel swollen about three weeks after conception, similar to how they begin to feel right before your period. Darkening areolas. You may begin to notice changes in the appearance of your nipple area as early as the time of your first missed period. The areola color may darken and increase in diameter. Light spotting. You may experience a very light amount of pinkish spotting about ten days following ovulation when the embryo attaches to the lining of your uterus. Cramping. Cramping similar to what you experience during your period can be common in early pregnancy. In your second trimester, your uterus will move into its mid-position and become better supported by your pelvis and the cramping should lessen. Fatigue. One of the most common symptoms of pregnancy is extreme fatigue. As your body changes to meet the needs of the growing baby, you will find yourself extremely tired. Most women notice their energy returning after their first trimester. Missed period. While not a sure sign that you’re pregnant, missing a period can sometimes be a key symptom in telling if you’re pregnant. Frequent urination. By the time you are six to seven weeks pregnant, you may notice having the urge to frequently pee or that your bladder doesn’t seem to be holding as much as it used to. As the baby grows in your uterus, it is putting pressure on your bladder, making you feel like you have to pee more often. Positive pregnancy test. Keeping in mind that pregnancy tests are not failsafe, they can be a strong indicator of whether you are pregnant. Read more about pregnancy tests and how they work here. About the Author For more great information about expecting and parenting, visit MomRecommended.com, a site for moms by moms. Annie Valle is a freelance writer and has been designing projects for crafters over 15 years. For more information, great free projects and ideas, visit http://www.momrecommended.com.
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