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By Michelle Dixon
Could you possibly be pregnant? There are many fictional characters that are asked by an "old lady," “When are you due sweetie?” Even when the fictional character had no idea she was pregnant! In real life that does not happen very often.
The best way to find out for sure if you are pregnant is with a pregnancy test, of course.
Yet, you might not have had a chance to buy one. There are several first pregnancy symptoms and signs you can look for that are not absolute indications of pregnancy, yet may lead you to go ahead and buy a pregnancy test even before you have missed your period.
Your Breasts May Become Tender. Tenderness in your breasts or the feelings of heaviness or swelling may be the very first sign of pregnancy. This is due to hormonal changes your body is suddenly going through.
Feeling Unusually Tired. Another first pregnancy symptom is feeling overly tired when you normally should not be tired. Again, hormone surges, especially progesterone, play a part in making you feel tired or fatigued.
Slight Spotting Earlier Than When Your Period is Due. Some women experience slight spotting a day or two prior to when their normal period is due. The spotting can be attributed to the egg attaching to the lining of the uterus. The spotting is normally much lighter than a regular period.
An Increased Sense of Smell, Leading to Slight Nausea.. Some women experience a usual increased sense of smell from foods cooking, perfume, etc., which may lead to the feeling of Nausea.
Moodiness and Headaches. Unusual moodiness can be attributed to those inflated hormones that go with pregnancy. Frequent headaches may be blamed on the increased blood circulation due to (once again) hormone changes.
The above first signs of pregnancy are good indicators, yet can also be caused by a number of other physical changes in your body. Although, if you have missed a period and are experiencing any of the above symptoms, it might be a good idea to buy a pregnancy test and find out for sure if you are pregnant. That way, you can begin prenatal care as soon as possible.
By Michelle Dixon, Copyright 2007. Michelle Dixon writes about many different types of health and fitness subjects. For more information regarding A Healthy Pregnancy & Childbirth please see http://www.e-pregnancyguide.com
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