First symptoms and signs of pregnancy

Of course, the most reliable way to find out if you are pregnant is to visit a gynecologist or take a test, but there are signs by which you can determine your situation yourself.

If you are planning to add to your family and are monitoring changes in your body, or want to wait until the baby arrives, then you will find reliable and probable signs of pregnancy useful, which we suggest you familiarize yourself with.

Read also: Section on pregnancy

• Pregnancy or flu?

At the beginning of pregnancy, some women experience flu-like symptoms: fever, fatigue, lethargy, and headache. So be careful before self-medicating, as many painkillers are contraindicated during pregnancy.

• Breast

Even at the very beginning of pregnancy, the breasts will begin to grow rapidly, they can increase by a whole size or more, because they are preparing for breastfeeding the baby. They also become very sensitive and react to every touch.

• Constipation and frequent urge to urinate

The growing uterus begins to put pressure on the bladder, so pregnant women often run to the toilet. Also, "toilet" symptoms include constipation due to the fact that the digestive system works more slowly. Drink more water and eat foods high in fiber.

• Disgust for foods you love

Hormonal changes in the body can make you turn away from even your favorite dishes. As a result, even one look at them will make you feel sick and make you run headlong to the toilet. But something you never liked may be to your taste.

• Swelling of the legs

Pregnant women often experience swelling of their legs, their shoes start to squeeze them tightly, and after the legs, the swelling spreads to their arms, stomach, and face. Eating fried and salty foods can aggravate this process. The fact is that a pregnant woman's body accumulates sodium, which attracts water and fluid retention occurs.

• Butterflies in the stomach

When the baby starts to move, some women experience strange sensations in the abdomen, which they describe as butterflies fluttering. So listen to yourself more often.

• Heartburn

During pregnancy, due to the action of the hormone progesterone, the tone of the muscles of the esophagus is significantly relaxed, so pregnant women may suffer from heartburn, especially when eating spicy or fatty foods.

• Leather

Already after the first days after conception, the skin becomes more sensitive and prone to allergic reactions. Also, either excessive dryness and peeling, or increased oiliness in certain areas may appear.