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Rebornne Baby. American Baby
Am I Pregnant?
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How can you tell if you're pregnant? The earliest way to know for sure
is through a blood test. Four days after fertilization, the egg begins
to produce a hormone called hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), which
can be detected in your blood and, a few days later, in a urine sample.
However, some women notice symptoms even before they take a test. Although
these aren't conclusive, you should definitely get tested if you experience
any of the following:
1. Tender breasts: Many women report increased sensitivity, fullness,
or heaviness within a few days. By two weeks after conception, your
areolas (the pinkish or brown skin surrounding the nipples) may start
to enlarge.
2.
Spotting: Scantier than a period and sometimes mixed with a yellowish
discharge, a small amount of bleeding may occur when the developing
egg implants itself in your uterine wall.
3.
Fatigue: Can't keep awake at work? If you feel tired even after a good
night's sleep, your body may be going through the changes of early pregnancy.
4.
Nausea: Don't think of it as "morning sickness," since it
can strike at any time of the day or night. It might feel like a slight
case of seasickness or a full-fledged stomach virus--or you may not
experience it at all.
5.
Bloating: Many women mistake this early sign of pregnancy for PMS; the
tip-off may come when your period doesn't arrive.
6.
Increased urination: You may need to go to the bathroom more than usual,
a symptom that will return in spades during your last trimester.
7.
Stretching of pelvic ligaments: During the course of a normal pregnancy,
the uterus will grow to about 1,000 times its pre-pregnant size (imagine
a pear turning into a basketball). Some women feel their pelvic ligaments
stretching to make room for this growth to occur.
8. Food cravings:
If you suddenly find yourself ravenous for citrus fruits, red meat
(even if you're a vegetarian), or potato chips, don't assume it's
all in your head. Pregnant bodies may crave increased amounts of vitamin
C, iron, and salt--among other things--even from the very beginning.
Your
should know:
The
information on this Web site is designed for educational purposes
only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice
or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat
any health problems or illnesses without consulting your pediatrician
or family doctor. Please consult a doctor with any questions or concerns
you might have regarding your or your child's condition.
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