Pregnancy Signs

Think you may be pregnant? Here is a list of some common early signs of pregnancy.

⇒Spotting or slight cramping: this may occur as early as 6 – 12 days after

conception as the embryo connects to the uterine wall.

⇒Missed menstruation (period)

⇒Swollen and/or tender breasts:this may be noticed as early as 7 – 14 days after

⇒Nausea or Morning Sickness: this may happened as early as 7 days after conception

⇒Backaches: although it is common to experience lower backache throughout a pregnancy, it may occur early on in the pregnancy

⇒Headaches: may occur due to the sudden increase in hormones due to pregnancy and usually begins early in pregnancy

⇒Fatigue (tiredness): this symptom may start as early as the first week after conception

⇒Darkening of Areolas: the outer area of the nipples may darken if you are pregnant

⇒Constipation: common early symptom of pregnancy as an increase in hormonescauses food to pass more slowly through intestines

⇒Frequent Urination:During the 2^nd month after conception (6 – 8 weeks), you may notice urinating more than normal

⇒Food aversions or cravings

For more information please contact Options United at 626.478.3344.

Courtesy of American Pregnancy Association, 2000 – 2010

Courtesy of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 1998 – 2010