Some women look forward to hints of pregnancy, while others, on the contrary, are shocked. But each of them equally wants to know the correct answer as soon as possible.
Nowadays, there are various methods for determining pregnancy before delay in the early stages, but, of course, the most reliable of them is the delivery of a blood test for hCG.
By blood test
Early detection of pregnancy was made possible by a blood test for the hormone hCG (chorionic gonadotropin). If a woman is pregnant, the hormone level will rise sharply. For example, in non-pregnant women it is equal to 0-5 mU / ml, for a period of 1-2 weeks it increases to 25-156 mU / ml, and for a period of 3-4 weeks it will be equal to 1110-31500 mU / ml. The hCG hormone is produced by chorionic cells (embryonic membranes) after implantation in the uterine cavity. Therefore, already on the 6-10th day after fertilization of the egg, the result of a blood test for human chorionic gonadotropin will be positive.
Decoding the analysis of hCG
| A week | Hormone level, mU / ml |
| 1-2 | 25-156 |
| 2-3 | 101-4870 |
| 3-4 | 1110-31500 |
| 4-5 | 2560-82300 |
| 5-6 | 23100-151000 |
| 6-7 | 27300-233000 |
| 7-11 | 20900-291000 |
| 11-16 | 6140-103000 |
| 16-21 | 4720-80100 |
| 21-39 | 2700-78100 |
Definition by ultrasound
It is possible to determine pregnancy using ultrasound only 7-14 days after a delay in menstruation. At about day 25, the embryo's heart begins to beat. Ultrasound examination is carried out with a transvaginal probe, it also allows you to establish the attachment of the ovum outside the uterus.
Pregnancy test
This is the fastest, most affordable and fairly accurate (99%) way to determine early pregnancy at home. Its action is based on the detection of the hCG hormone in the urine. They are available in different types: test strips, tablet and inkjet. The most accurate are inkjet tests.
To achieve an accurate test result, it is important to adhere to the following:
- follow the instructions;
- do not touch the reaction zone with your hands;
- do not allow liquid or dirt to enter;
- do not use the test after the expiration date or if the packaging is damaged;
- do not allow foreign substances to enter the urine sample;
- pregnancy cannot be diagnosed after the time indicated on the instructions - the result will be unreliable;
- it is recommended to carry out the test in the morning;
- do not use stale urine;
- several tests from different companies should be used to improve reliability.
There are other ways to determine early pregnancy. Subjective signs - changes occurring in the woman's body, indicating that the conception has taken place. Of course, they are not completely accurate, since they can be a sign of a hormonal imbalance or the presence of some kind of disease.
Determining pregnancy at home
General weakness and fatigue
Many women in the first weeks after conception complain of increased fatigue, decreased performance, drowsiness, absent-mindedness, problems with memory and concentration. All these ailments are caused by hormonal changes in the body and increased production of the hormone progesterone, which is necessary for bearing a fetus.
Change of emotions
A woman's mood may change several times a day during pregnancy. Tearfulness, resentment, depression can suddenly change to joy and laughter. Hormonal changes in the body are to blame for all this.
Changes in appetite and taste preferences
At the beginning of the term, many women change their appetite, some suddenly begin to eat at an increased pace, while others, on the contrary, do not get into their mouths. Also, taste preferences change, sometimes it is drawn to salty, then to sweet. There is an aversion to your favorite food or you want to eat something that you have not eaten before.
Morning sickness, vomiting (toxicosis), salivation
Almost every pregnant woman feels mild nausea in the morning, sometimes ending in vomiting. Typically, toxicosis begins 2-6 weeks after conception and lasts up to 12-14 weeks. Increased salivation is caused by hormonal changes in the body.
Bloody issues
In some women, after conception, a small spotting may appear after 6-12 days. Many of them think that menstruation begins, however, it may be implantation bleeding - implantation of the ovum into the wall of the uterus.
Delayed menstruation
This is the very first sign of pregnancy. However, there are many other reasons for missing menstruation. This can be stress, intense physical activity, illness, taking hormonal drugs, overweight / underweight.
Breast changes
After conception, the breast begins to prepare for feeding the baby. There is increased sensitivity and soreness in the breasts, an increase in size, darkening and enlargement of the areolas around the nipples.
Frequent urination
During pregnancy, the uterus increases in size and begins to press on the bladder, thereby reducing its volume and the ability to store urine. However, frequent urge to urinate can be a sign of a bladder disorder, such as cystitis. In this case, burning sensation, pain in the lower abdomen, and an increase in body temperature are added to increased urination.
Increased basal temperature
Women who keep a daily basal temperature chart can accurately diagnose their pregnancy. This temperature is measured daily in the morning, without getting out of bed, with the same mercury thermometer. It is known that a woman's menstrual cycle consists of 2 phases - follicular and luteal. During the follicular phase, a follicle matures in the ovary, from which the egg is released. During this period, the basal temperature is below 37 ° C. Then, about 14-16 days of the menstrual cycle, ovulation occurs. On the eve of this event, the basal temperature drops sharply. On the day of ovulation and after it, the level of the hormone progesterone rises sharply in the body and the basal temperature rises by 0.4-0.6 ° C, which is a reliable sign of its onset. The duration of the second phase is about 14 days. If conception has not taken place, then this phase ends with menstruation. During this period, the basal temperature usually stays within the range of 37-37.2 ° C. On the eve of menstruation, it decreases by 0.3 ° C and everything happens again. During pregnancy, it will stay at 37 ° C for a long time.
Unpleasant sensations in the lower abdomen
In the first days after conception, a woman may feel aching pains in the lower abdomen, reminiscent of the approaching period. Pain is usually associated with sprains and uterine growth, but sometimes it can indicate an increased tone of the uterus or ectopic pregnancy. Therefore, when pulling pains in the lower abdomen appear, it is imperative to consult a doctor.
If pregnancy is desired, then early detection of it will help protect the developing fetus from many negative factors, for example, alcohol, cigarettes, drugs that a woman can use. If signs appear, you should visit your gynecologist as early as possible.
Views: 1,050 83403 .The emergence of a new life is a universal mechanism that is perfectly regulated by the female body. Unfortunately, a woman's reproductive system is not able to convey the very first signs of pregnancy immediately after conception. This condition can be recognized only by the characteristic symptoms that form at different stages of bearing a child. Some women show early signs of pregnancy, while others do not notice changes in their health.
The sooner a woman detects pregnancy, the more time she will receive to undergo a specialized examination. It should be borne in mind that in the first days after conception, there can be no obvious signs of pregnancy.
There are a number of signs that you can recognize the first symptoms of pregnancy.
Lack of menstruation
Every woman knows about this symptom, it is considered the very first sign of pregnancy. When the egg is fertilized, the menstrual cycle is delayed, since the previously rejected endometrium is necessary for the fetus for full development. However, the first day of the delay cannot be considered as a reliable sign, since the absence of menstruation is often caused by pathological changes in the organs of the reproductive system, stress, and hormonal disorders.
Enlargement and tenderness of the mammary glands
Women's breasts are very sensitive to hormonal changes in the body. With the onset of pregnancy, there is a slight increase in breast volume, an increase in the sensitivity of the nipples, as well as their soreness. Often in the area of the halo, there is an increase in specific tubercles, which were previously barely felt.
Frequent urination
One of the early signs of pregnancy is an increase in the frequency of the urge to urinate. This symptom is formed against the background of increased production of hCG (chorionic gonadotropin). The urge to urinate can be disturbing even if the bladder is not full. This is observed mainly at night.
Changing taste preferences
The increasing level of hormones causes a change in taste preferences. Those food combinations that were previously unacceptable for a woman become objects of preference and vice versa. Also, a woman can taste metal in her mouth.
Fatigue and sleepiness
These signs most often occur during the first bearing of the fetus. Strengthening the intensity of metabolic processes in the body, provokes a feeling of fatigue, drowsiness and a desire to rest. The hormone progesterone produced has a relaxing, calming effect. The feeling of fatigue haunts women throughout the day.
Nausea
The appearance of this symptom is typical for 1.5 months of pregnancy. Sometimes the symptom occurs on the twentieth day after conception. Some women feel nauseous earlier. This symptom cannot be called one of the reliable ones, since the feeling of nausea is characteristic of diseases of the digestive system, cardiovascular and central nervous system. Only in combination with other signs, nausea indicates the development of pregnancy.
When can you expect the first manifestations
In this matter, it is necessary to take into account the individuality of the body of each woman. Early pregnancy symptoms can be observed as early as 8-10 days after fertilization of the egg. This period can vary, depending on the body's sensitivity to hormonal changes.
In medical practice, there have been cases when women recognized fertilization as early as day 5.
In this context, we are talking about women who carefully listen to their body and feel the slightest fluctuations in their state. On the 20th day of the cycle, signs of pregnancy take on a characteristic appearance.
Minor signs of pregnancy
Less likely signs of pregnancy include many symptoms that can be observed already in the early days:
- Increased basal temperature. When a woman regularly monitors her menstrual cycle, she may experience an increase in basal temperature indicators up to 37 ° C. The change in this indicator is facilitated by a high level of progesterone.
- Feeling of heaviness in the pelvic region. In the case of conception, changes occur in the blood supply to the pelvic organs. Against this background, a woman may feel a feeling of heaviness and squeezing.
- Insomnia. The feeling of fatigue is often replaced by increased nervous irritability and insomnia.
- Lower abdominal pain. This symptom can occur with the formation of an ectopic implantation or miscarriage. If the onset of pregnancy is spontaneously interrupted, then, in combination with, bleeding from the vagina appears.
- Back pain. With the onset of conception, a pulling can be felt. In addition, this symptom may indicate kidney disease.
- Headache. The change in hormonal levels is accompanied by neurological symptoms. A woman in a position may have a spontaneous headache.
- Increased appetite. Acceleration of metabolic processes against the background of pregnancy becomes the cause of increased appetite.
- Enhanced sense of smell and taste. If earlier a woman did not pay attention to some smells, then from the moment of pregnancy she may be disgusted with them. The same goes for the flavor profile of some foods.
- Irritability, mood swings. Many pregnant women complain of emotional lability and mood swings.
- Implantation bleeding. One of the signs of pregnancy at 1 week, which indicates the implantation of a fertilized egg into the uterine wall.
- Digestive disorders. As minor signs of pregnancy, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea, belching may appear.
- Weight change. When the pregnant body seeks to provide the developing fetus with the necessary nutrients, the woman may notice an increase in body weight.
- Restless sleep. Hormonal changes affect the emotional background of a woman. Expectant mothers may have difficulty falling asleep.
- Tingling sensation in the uterus. This symptom occurs quite rarely, since not every woman can recognize it. Local changes in the uterine cavity can provoke a tingling sensation.
- Feeling hot and chilly. This symptom has nothing to do with a violation of the body's thermoregulation. Such reactions occur against the background of hormonal imbalance.
- Discomfort while sitting. This symptom is due to increased blood supply in the small pelvis.
- Swelling of the face, arms and legs. Pregnancy is characterized by fluid retention in the body.
- Acne. If a woman has not previously experienced skin problems, then during pregnancy, acne may appear in the face area. This happens due to changes in hormonal levels.
- Bloating. The increase in hormone levels helps to relax the intestinal muscles. The result is flatulence.
- Strengthening the venous pattern on the chest. From the moment the egg is fertilized, the female body begins to prepare for feeding the baby. The characteristic venous pattern indicates the preparation of the mammary glands for lactation.
- Darkening of the skin around the nipples. Another symptom of preparation for lactation.
- Redness of the skin of the face. The change in hormonal levels affects the tone of the capillaries, which become prone to expansion.
- Change in pigmentation of the white line of the abdomen. In pregnant women, there is a characteristic pigment “pathway” that runs from the navel to the upper edge of the pubic bone.
- Exacerbation of hemorrhoids. If a woman suffered before pregnancy, then with its onset, an exacerbation of the disease may occur.
- Calf muscle cramps. Another minor sign indicating a change in metabolism.
- Low or high blood pressure. Most often, expectant mothers are prone to high blood pressure, however, a decrease in this parameter may also indicate pregnancy.
- Reduced immunity. In order for the pregnancy to proceed without features, the suppression of immunity occurs in the female body. Frequent cases of colds and SARS can also serve as pregnancy symptoms.
- Thrush. Such a fungal disease occurs with a decrease in local immunity.
Signs of pregnancy before menstruation is delayed
It is known that it is possible to determine pregnancy using an express test on a 1-2 day delay. But there are signs that may indicate conception even before you discover that your period is late in that cycle.
For example, due to the fact that more blood rushes to the genitals, vaginal discharge becomes more abundant.
Signs of pregnancy for a girl
If you believe folk signs, then by external signs you can determine not only the pregnancy itself, but also the sex of the unborn baby. It is believed that if a woman is expecting a sweetheart daughter, then her appearance does not change for the better - edema appears, the condition of the skin worsens, and so on.
In addition, the expectant mother suffers from toxicosis, mood swings and strange taste preferences.
Signs of pregnancy with a boy
What are the “symptoms” of expecting a son? Of course, the opposite is true - the expectant mother, while carrying the boy, becomes prettier, the skin becomes cleaner, and the hair is thicker.
The mood and well-being of the pregnant woman is also on top. Although not everything is so rosy - some of them are not the most pleasant.
Signs of an ectopic pregnancy
Unfortunately, pregnancy does not always develop successfully. It is even more important to detect signs of deviation in such a situation. In the case of an ectopic pregnancy, its development threatens the woman's life, because the growth of the fetus is fraught with rupture of the organ in which it has attached.
Early pregnancy diagnosis
Specialized diagnostic methods will reliably determine the signs of pregnancy on the 5th day of gestation.
- this is an important period of bearing a baby. In the first months, symptoms of the birth of a new life appear. At the same time, it is important to determine the deadline in time and follow the advice of doctors.
How early pregnancy manifests itself
The first trimester lasts from the day of conception to 13 weeks of gestation. Its feature is the active growth of cells, during this period the baby from one cell turns into a little man. In the first months, there is an active division of cells, the laying and formation of future organs. By the 12th week, the baby already has a four-chambered heart, the heartbeat of which can be listened to. Experienced specialists, with good equipment, can already determine the gender of the baby. During this period, it is important to establish the very presence of pregnancy, since it is necessary to abandon bad habits, adhere to proper nutrition, and drink vitamins.
It is important to identify early pregnancy in order to start leading a healthy lifestyle.
The first trimester is a dangerous and responsible period. In the presence of aggravating factors, diseases, the use of certain medications by the mother, there is a risk of developmental abnormalities. In addition, miscarriages are more likely to occur in the first three months. Women during this period are advised to be especially attentive to themselves.
Signs and symptoms of pregnancy
Many women, without even knowing their position, begin to feel changes in their bodies. They can all be different, depending on the state of health, individual sensitivity. Someone may show 1-2 signs, while others have a lot of them, or they are absent altogether.
The first symptoms of pregnancy include the following manifestations:
- A delay in menstruation is the main and most reliable sign. When the egg is fertilized, the inner mucous layer of the uterus is not rejected in the form of bloody discharge. It should be borne in mind that menstruation can be delayed with changes in hormonal levels, stress, and diseases of the body.
- Changes and soreness of the mammary glands. Due to changes in hormonal levels, most women notice an increase, discomfort, breast tenderness. Such sensations can be fleeting, and not everyone notices them.
- Enlargement of the uterus. Some women may experience a slight increase in the uterus and abdomen, even in the early stages.
- Unstable emotional state. There may be tides of joy, tenderness, or you want to cry. Sometimes there are sudden mood swings.
- Weakness. Fatigue can occur at different stages of pregnancy.
- Malaise, especially in the morning.
- Drowsiness. A young mother wants to sleep more and more often.
- Changes in smell and taste. A pregnant woman's sense of smell is exacerbated, a woman can notice new smells, preferences in perfumery change. Also, there is often a desire to use unusual combinations of different foods.
- Nausea and vomiting. In the first trimester, everyone feels nauseous to one degree or another. Vomiting can occur from certain foods, odors, or for no reason. Every hundredth pregnant woman suffers from hyperemesis - excessive vomiting.
- The presence of discharge. Small vaginal discharge may indicate implantation of an embryo into the uterine wall. In this case, the discharge is insignificant; in case of strong discharge, it is necessary to urgently consult a doctor.
- Slight rise in temperature. It can appear with changes that occur in the body.
- Frequent urination. The urge to urinate can occur due to the pressure of the uterus on the bladder, hormonal changes;
- Pain in the lower abdomen and lower back. Unpleasant sensations appear from increased blood flow to the uterus, muscle stretching with an increase in the organ;
- Change in the appearance of the genitals. Some people note a slight change in the appearance of the genitals, a slight increase in size, redness of the mucous membranes, or the presence of a bluish tinge.
All these signs are the result of hormonal changes. The expectant mother will not necessarily be bothered by all the symptoms, only a few are possible. Some symptoms can be the result of stress, fatigue, illness. It is necessary to find out the reasons for the change in the woman's condition as early as possible.
Early pregnancy diagnosis
There are several ways to determine if a woman is expecting a baby. A prerequisite is a visit to a doctor. The doctor will ask about the anamnesis, carry out an examination, and do an ultrasound diagnosis. The fetus is visible on ultrasound from 3-4 weeks, as a small point. During the study, the period is specified, the condition of the uterus and appendages, the position of the fetus is determined.
An ultrasound scan is required to diagnose pregnancy At an earlier date, you can donate a hormone for hCG. Chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that is found in the blood of a pregnant woman and begins to be produced a week after the fertilization of the egg. By the level of the hormone in the blood, you can see how long a woman is.
To determine pregnancy at home, the easiest way is to use a special test. To do this, you just need to urinate on a special strip, which is saturated with substances that are sensitive to hormones in the urine. Experts recommend conducting the test in the morning, when the concentration of the hCG hormone in the urine is maximum.
There are tests that can determine pregnancy at any time of the day almost from the first days of conception. However, it is best to see a doctor for confirmation. Tests can give false positives.
How to determine fetal and obstetric terms
In order to properly manage a pregnancy, conduct research, take tests, it is necessary to accurately determine its duration.
The obstetric period is calculated from the date of the last menstruation, and 40 weeks are counted from it. The first day of menstruation is characterized by the formation of a new egg, which will be released during ovulation and fertilized. It is from this day that the PDR is calculated - the estimated date of birth. The technique is inaccurate and does not take into account the individual characteristics of the menstrual cycle of women, but doctors trust it and have been using it for many years.
The embryonic period is counted from the date of conception, when, after ovulation, the egg and sperm merge. On average, this happens 2 weeks after the critical days. Therefore, the term of obstetricians differs from the embryonic one and has a difference of two weeks.
Possible risks in early pregnancy
Doctors note that the first three months is a dangerous period for bearing a baby. At this time, the sensitivity of the fetus to various adverse factors is high, and the risk of developmental abnormalities is high. This period is aggravated by the fact that the expectant mother may not be aware of her situation.
One of the possible risks in the early stages is an ectopic pregnancy The following factors can disrupt the normal attachment and development of the embryo: drug use, exposure to radiation, infectious diseases, severe stress and emotional stress, excessive fatigue, intense physical activity, smoking and drinking alcohol.
The following complications may occur:
- ectopic pregnancy;
- the introduction of the embryo into the muscle, and not into the mucous layer of the uterus;
- improper attachment of the fetus;
- the threat of termination of pregnancy;
- premature aging of the placenta;
- bleeding;
- freezing of fetal development;
- the occurrence of anomalies, disorders, various pathologies in the unborn child;
- loss of a child.
It is very important to listen to your body, in case of any suspicion, a pregnancy test should be performed. When establishing pregnancy, it is strongly recommended to get rid of bad habits and listen to specialists. A correct lifestyle contributes to the normal development of the baby, the successful passage of a risky trimester.
In order for the pregnancy to proceed easily, the mother and baby are healthy, it is necessary to visit a gynecologist.
- safe treatment of acute and chronic diseases;
- rejection of bad habits;
- limiting serious loads and sports;
- correct and balanced nutrition with an optimal content of vitamins, minerals, proteins;
- the use of fruits, vegetables, berries;
- taking vitamin preparations and folic acid;
- normalization of sleep;
- refusal to take medications.
In the early days? " some ask with obvious hope, while others with undisguised fear. Whatever motives the women are guided by, both of them need to find out if pregnancy has come. But how do you know if there are a few days before the next menstruation, and it is still pointless to do a pregnancy test? And how early can you find out that conception did occur?
Reproductive specialists assure that one can say one hundred percent whether a woman is pregnant using only proven methods - ultrasound diagnostics, a woman's blood test for quantitative indicators of the human chorionic gonadotropin hormone. All the rest, according to them, cannot be attributed to one hundred percent. Even tests to determine pregnancy, which are freely available in pharmacies and used at home, are sometimes wrong.
Nevertheless, even the best ultrasound machine will not "see" pregnancy until a certain time. And the woman, in the meantime, may already begin to experience some new sensations. From the very first minutes after conception, her body begins to change, new mechanisms are launched in it, which contribute to the consolidation of pregnancy and its successful development. And yet, no matter what the doctors say there, there are certain signs that help determine (or at least begin to guess) the fact of a pregnancy already in the first days after conception.
Naturally, when we say "the first days", this does not mean at all that we are talking about the first or second day after unprotected intercourse. But after a week and a half, the first messengers will certainly make themselves felt.
So how to determine pregnancy in the early days? Listen to yourself. And take a closer look.
If one day you notice a small speck of bloody discharge on your underwear (they can be almost bloodless, yellowish), and the next menstruation is still far away, you may be pregnant. This happens when an egg is implanted into the wall of the uterus. But for many women this procedure is "dry", which, like the first case, is a variant of the norm. By the way, if you have cervical erosion, then pinkish or yellowish discharge is also possible if pregnancy has occurred.
As we know, an increase in a woman's body is a sign of impending or completed ovulation. But a sharp decrease in basal temperature, it is also called implantation sinking, indicates that conception has occurred. But a sharp decrease in temperature occurs within one day, and therefore only those women who daily and conscientiously monitor their basal temperature and make up for a long period of time will be able to track this sign. In this case, the constant basal temperature of a woman in the first days of pregnancy will be at "above 37".
An aggravated sense of smell, aversion to certain odors and not yet pronounced nausea are sure signs of a pregnancy. They are even called classic. These symptoms are experienced even by those women who have never vomited during their entire pregnancy. But vomiting in the early days of pregnancy is a very common occurrence. It is often accompanied by a significant decrease in appetite, a change in taste and increased salivation.
A woman's breasts, in which a new life has arisen, becomes more sensitive. Swollen mammary glands are a common, but not always unambiguous, sign of pregnancy, which appears within 6-7 days after conception. Ambiguous - because for many women, the breasts swell and ache a few days before the onset of the next menstruation. But breast tenderness during pregnancy does not go away in 2-3 days. The chest, on the contrary, increases even more, and reacts even to the slightest touch. By the way, darkened areolas around the nipples indicate that a woman will become a mother. Their lightening does not even occur after childbirth, but after a certain time after the end of lactation.
The feeling of heaviness felt on the "lower floor", or rather, in the pelvic region, is another sign that helps to determine pregnancy in the early days. The fact is that a woman's body, if a pregnancy has taken place, directs all its resources to the area where colossal work needs to be done. Now the most important task for him is to create the most favorable conditions for the development and preservation of a new life. Blood flow to the pelvic organs is now increasing, the uterus begins to grow. Thus, women feel “something is wrong”, but what exactly is happening to them, until a certain moment they cannot understand. Some women, especially those who have already given birth, may develop an unpleasant symptom - hemorrhoids. Its occurrence is associated with the same increased blood flow.
Many pregnant women in the first or second week may feel an incomprehensible tingling sensation in the uterus and "lumbago" in the perineum. The feeling of pain is so sudden and strong that women are seriously scared. But doctors explain this by physiological changes in the woman's body. Low back pain also often indicates that a woman is pregnant.
Quite often, an indicator that a woman is pregnant is a strong feeling of drowsiness and mild malaise. Some may even assume that they are starting to get sick. Fatigue is a natural phenomenon in the first days and even weeks of pregnancy. The body is rebuilding, immunity "falls" a little. The hormone progesterone, being produced in a larger than usual volume, depresses the psyche and provokes feelings of depression, drowsiness and even irritability. In addition, progesterone contributes to the retention of fluids and salts in the body, which, in turn, can lead to swelling of the hands.
If you do not determine, then at least you can suspect pregnancy in the first days if the woman has more frequent urination. In this case, urination is not accompanied by pain or burning. As a rule, such a pregnancy symptom as frequent urination goes away on its own by about four months. And this is also the "fault" of hormones, which are now produced in a woman's body in a completely different way.
Not always, but often, it is possible to determine pregnancy in the first days by observing a woman's sleep. Restless sleep, feeling "overwhelmed" in the morning, falling asleep early - almost all pregnant women know what it is, from their own experience.
If a woman has at least two or three of the signs described above at the same time, the probability that she is pregnant is about 75%. This means that you need to contact a specialist to accurately establish the fact of pregnancy and, in case of a positive answer, start a new life.
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All women at least once asked the question: how to determine pregnancy? If you focus only on the state of health, then there are 6 earliest noticeable signs indicating pregnancy:
- chest pain;
- backache;
- increased sense of smell;
- Nausea (this symptom cannot be called very early, since it appears mainly at 6 weeks).
1 week of pregnancy. How do you know that you are pregnant?
There is no baby yet, but your body is getting ready to ovulate. About 5 days after your menstrual cycle is over, an egg (egg cell) begins to mature inside a fluid-filled sac in one of your ovaries. The lining of your uterus will also begin to thicken in preparation for egg implantation.
This is how the egg matures and is fertilized with movement into the uterine cavity.
The date of the first day of your period is important because your pregnancy will be counted from that date, although conception usually does not occur until after two weeks. This means that although the pregnancy is described as 40 weeks, you actually didn’t think about your pregnancy until the end of the second week.
Things You Should Consider During the 1st Week of Pregnancy
Smoking and alcohol are bad for you and your child, so if you haven't stopped using them, you should do so immediately! Secondhand smoke is also bad for your child, so ask your partner to quit smoking.Medications and herbal remedies can harm your unborn baby, so talk with your pharmacist about what is best to do during pregnancy.
If you are on prescription drugs for a specific condition, such as asthma, your doctor will be able to advise you if your drug is appropriate during pregnancy. It is important not to stop treatment without consulting your doctor.
What will be the first sensations of motherhood?
Many women wonder how soon and how early you will experience pregnancy symptoms, what are the earliest pregnancy signs and symptoms, and whether you might experience implantation, conception, or loss of appetite. Simple answer: you may feel pregnant even before your period is late.
How soon will you feel the symptoms of pregnancy? Early pregnancy symptoms such as implantation bleeding, loss of appetite, breast tenderness are often the first signs and symptoms of pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, you should watch out for these symptoms early on, as they may be present even before a positive pregnancy test. Earliest pregnancy symptoms, in order of appearance:
- Implant bleeding;
- Seizures;
- Nausea and vomiting;
- Fatigue;
- Blood test;
- Pregnancy test;
- Elevated basal body temperature;
- Missed menstrual cycle;
- Soreness of the mammary glands;
- Frequent urination
- Poor sleep (usually insomnia).
Many women experience extreme tiredness and drowsiness early in their pregnancy.
Nausea and fatigue are some of the first common symptoms of pregnancy, although for most women, a missing menstrual cycle is usually the very first sign that they are pregnant. Typical pregnancy symptoms are associated with hCG pregnancy hormones. They usually do not appear until late in pregnancy, often several weeks after implantation, when the hCG is high enough to cause these symptoms.
How early do pregnancy symptoms start?
The first appearance of the pregnancy hormone depends on implantation, the attachment of a fertilized egg in the uterus. Implantation occurs on average 8-10 days after ovulation (range 6-12 days). The egg is fertilized with sperm inside the fallopian tube, usually within 12 hours after ovulation. The embryo then travels down to the uterus, increasing in size and cells. Immediately after fertilization, when there is only one cell, it is called a "zygote".
Only after implantation is the pregnancy hormone released into the bloodstream and symptoms may appear. HCG first appears in the blood 3-4 days after implantation or in the first 9-10 days after ovulation.Before you discover a delay in your period and a positive pregnancy test, it is difficult to assume that certain physical symptoms are related to pregnancy.
If a woman is not trying to get pregnant and is closely monitoring physical changes in the body, a missed menstrual period may be the first clear sign of pregnancy. Sometimes there are absurd cases when women first discover that changes in their body have occurred, and only after that they pay attention to their periods. These signs should, first of all, pay attention to those who have extremely irregular and undetermined periods.
If you have a delay and you are in doubt about pregnancy, then it is better not to waste time and quickly check up.
Why does the tummy appear early?
Some people notice that their tummy is swelling during the first 10 weeks, and it looks like a mom 4 or 5 months pregnant may think she has twins or triplets.
A big belly during pregnancy happens for completely different reasons.
Abdominal muscles
One of the most common reasons the tummy grows faster is the lack of muscle tone in the belly. After the birth of one or more babies, muscle strength does not return to what it was when the first pregnancy occurs. The age factor is also taken into account. The older a pregnant mother is, the less muscle tone she may have in her abdomen.
Progesterone
If the abdominal muscles are not strong enough, the bloating caused by progesterone will simply appear larger than otherwise. The stronger the abdominal muscles, the more appropriate they are in holding on to the bloating pregnancy.
Power of time
Many women do not know that abdominal enlargement begins from the 12th or 13th week of pregnancy. It will appear to be just a tiny bump at first, but it will grow over time. If the pants are a little tight during the 3rd month of pregnancy, the expectant mother can be sure that this is normal and she is not alone.
If the mother was overweight in a previous pregnancy and was not overweight with this pregnancy, she will notice changes in her belly much earlier.
Multiple pregnancy
Usually, belly size does not indicate multiple pregnancies until the second trimester. For a woman who is pregnant with twins, the changes in the body may be more profound, but many of these changes are only noticeable to the mother. However, once the baby's belly begins to show, the growth rate will be faster with multiples than with a single pregnancy.
Regular, old fashioned weight gain
When a woman is told that she is pregnant, there is some release that occurs with regard to her diet and exercise regimen. This could be because she is a little afraid of continuing to exercise early in her pregnancy, or because she thinks she needs to eat more in order to feed her baby. This can lead to regular, old-fashioned weight gain. The belly may grow due to these changes in life and not for the baby.
Pregnancy Symptoms You May Feel
Just a few days after conception, the fetus is implanted into the uterus. This is when the first physical signs of pregnancy begin. At this early stage, women may feel cramping. If spotting occurs, it may not appear until one to two weeks after the implantation of the fertilized egg. Spotting is called bleeding implantation and can be mistaken for your period.
This is how implantation occurs, during which small spotting is possible.
At about the same time that implantation bleeds occur, women may feel changes in their breasts, including swelling, tenderness, and tingling. Some women report that their breasts feel heavier or fuller.
One of the most common physical changes that women often experience during early pregnancy is fatigue. When conception occurs, progesterone levels rise. Progesterone can cause pregnancy fatigue.Estrogen levels also rise early in pregnancy. Estrogen can cause the stomach to function more slowly, causing nausea and loss of appetite. Nausea during pregnancy is often referred to as morning sickness.
Find out in a short time
Changes occur in the female body as soon as conception occurs, but these changes do not lead to physical changes until about one week after pregnancy. From this point until the end of the pregnancy, physical changes can be felt throughout the pregnancy.
6-12 days after sexual intercourse: Implantation of a fertilized egg can cause cramping.
After 7-14 days: The breasts may be swollen and painful.
After 7-14 days: Fatigue due to high progesterone, low blood sugar and low blood pressure.
After 7-14 days: Increased estrogen and slowed gastric emptying can lead to nausea known as morning sickness.
The time frame in which women report feeling the first signs of pregnancy varies widely, as different organs change at different rates. Typically, the first signs of pregnancy are not recognized as being related to pregnancy until a positive pregnancy test is performed or a missed menstrual period.
When do symptoms appear?
A small amount of hCG, the pregnancy hormone, enters the bloodstream a few days after implantation, about 8-10 days after ovulation, and before the missed period. Thus, most signs and symptoms usually do not appear until the hCG reaches a sufficient level, about 1-2 weeks after you have missed your menstrual cycle (3-4 weeks after ovulation or 2-3 weeks after implantation). While they may suggest that the woman is pregnant, a positive pregnancy test is needed to confirm pregnancy.
How many women have typical signs and symptoms of pregnancy?
Not all women have typical pregnancy symptoms. In fact, only about 1 in 2 pregnant women have these symptoms, and it's okay if you're pregnant and don't even have one of these. They are not the same for all women, and differ from one pregnancy to the next, and each woman is as different as her pregnancy experience. Typical symptoms are often underdiagnosed because they may overlap with menstrual problems.
It cannot be argued that you will definitely have any of the listed symptoms, since each expectant mother has her own or are completely absent, but this happens very rarely.
Very early symptoms differ in all women. Some of them experience them within a week of ovulation, fertilization, and conception. In other women, they may develop much later, after a delay and / or a positive pregnancy test. Other women may not have any symptoms at all.
The most proven and ideal way to determine pregnancy is with a test.
Pregnancy tests work by detecting a hormone in a woman's blood or urine: HCG, which is produced when an egg is implanted into the uterus.
There are two types of pregnancy tests: one uses blood and the other uses urine. A quantitative blood test detects hCG earlier than a qualitative blood or urine test.
Pregnancy test detects hCG levels in urine
Most home pregnancy tests detect hCG in the urine stream when a line or symbol appears after a few minutes if the test is positive (indicating pregnancy). Most guidelines for urine pregnancy testing require a second test a few days later, no matter what the first results were. Follow the instructions in the package - if the indicator does not appear on the strip, the test results should not be trusted. Home tests are accurate, some are better than others.
Home pregnancy tests can be positive the first day after your period is late.Most medicines and other compounds (alcohol, drugs) do not affect the results of pregnancy tests. However, any drug containing hCG (some fertility drugs) can be the culprit in the false positive.
Any questions or concerns about pregnancy tests should be discussed with your doctor.
Frequent signs of pregnancy in women
Spasms
Lower abdominal cramps may resemble menstrual cramps, and bleeding and spotting may initially be similar to menstrual bleeding, so it is not uncommon for some women to mistake them for the onset of the menstrual cycle.
Allocations
They accompany a woman immediately after the first menstruation appears, as well as during pregnancy. In this case, they are of a curd consistency and white. If under normal conditions this would indicate a disease (for example, thrush), then during pregnancy this is completely normal.
Breast changes
This symptom is one that can confuse a woman. Since there are small changes in the breast, as well as soreness, it also happens during menstruation.
Nausea, and not just in the morning
Morning sickness is probably the most well-known of the early pregnancy symptoms, but what many people don't realize is that the term is inaccurate. Nausea may be more common in the morning because stomach acids build up during the night. But most women who experience morning sickness also experience nausea at other times of the day.
Bad smells
Even before nausea affects some women, an "extremely heightened sense of smell" develops. The odors will be so excessive that cooking should be avoided for several weeks, relying instead on softening the condition.
You will be worn out
Fatigue is usually most common in the first trimester, but often occurs later in pregnancy. Carrying out all that extra weight can make it easier for you to get through your third trimester. In addition, you may have trouble sleeping if your growing belly makes it difficult to comfort. We recommend that expectant mothers with severe fatigue be screened for anemia and depression.
Frequent trips to the toilet
Frequent urination is another pregnancy symptom that most surviving mothers are well aware of. Hormonal disruption in earlier stages is often the culprit. During pregnancy, frequent adventures are associated with an enlargement of the uterus (and the rapidly growing baby inside), which puts pressure on the bladder.
Atypical pregnancy symptoms
You expect morning sickness when you're pregnant, but there are many other symptoms that no one told you about.
Enlarged, tender, painful breasts
Many women find they are getting a new bra size, sometimes it doubles in size during pregnancy. (For better or worse, the change is usually not permanent.) Swelling, which signals an increase in fat stores and breast size, can be painful.
Itchy sensations
Itching is a very common complaint and can occur throughout pregnancy. The usual areas are the chest and abdomen, where the skin stretches to accommodate your growing shape.
Itching from stretch marks accompanies many pregnant women
Constipation
Here's one of the pregnancy symptoms your mom didn't warn about - you are likely to experience constipation, especially in the late second and third trimesters. Constipation can result from a number of factors:
- Changes in digestion;
- It is also caused by the hormone progesterone;
- Increased water absorption in the large intestine;
- Iron supplements.
Heartburn
Also common in the second and third trimesters is heartburn, a burning sensation between the chest and throat. Progesterone is to blame again. The hormone relaxes the sphincter at the bottom of the esophagus, allowing stomach acid to rise.
Tips to Relieve Heartburn:
- Do not eat spicy foods;
- Do not eat immediately before going to bed, even if it is daytime;
- Take antacids (check with your doctor or midwife first).
Unpredictable allergies
Seasonal allergies and asthma can become unpredictable during pregnancy. Some women see their symptoms improve, while others notice the opposite. Expectant mothers with asthma should usually continue to use their inhalers. If you are not breathing, your child will not do that either.
Balance changes
During the third trimester, many women find themselves constantly disturbing their balance. This change occurs later in pregnancy, but very few women expect it. While a growing belly tends to shift your center of gravity, there is more to it than that. A hormone called relaxin begins to appear towards the end of pregnancy, and its main purpose is to loosen the pelvic joints so that they are more flexible during labor. But this hormone also works on the hips, knees, and ankles.
Abnormal symptoms
With so many changes going on in your body, you might be tempted to give up any new discomfort as you usually do during pregnancy. But some of the symptoms can signal a serious problem:
- Bleeding or Spotting - Bleeding or spotting is rarely ever normal during pregnancy. Spotting is more common in the 1st trimester and is probably not a cause of anxiety. However, in the 2nd and 3rd trimester, bleeding could warn against serious complications, such as premature birth or problems with the placenta. Always report any bleeding or stains on your underwear to your doctor or midwife.
- Severe itching: In the late second and third trimester, severe itching can signal a rare liver problem that sometimes develops during pregnancy, known as intrahepatic cholestatin.
A rash over the body of a pregnant woman can signal a malfunction in the liver.
- Blurred vision, severe headaches, and pain in the right side of the abdomen. These symptoms, whether they occur alone or in combination, can indicate severe preeclampsia - the medical term for dangerously high blood pressure during pregnancy. Women who experience any of these symptoms should see their doctor immediately and may need immediate hospitalization to avoid life-threatening complications in the mother and fetus.
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