What to Expect – Pregnancy First Trimester

If a woman is alert she can know that she is pregnant by observing a missed menstruation. This may be followed immediately by symptoms in the body such as fatigue, improper sleep, frequent urination, nausea, aversion to certain foods, and tender breasts. Emotional disturbances can be noted which are often mistaken for premenstrual features. A woman upon knowing that she is pregnant may feel elated, joyous, fearful, angry and sad. Some women are known to have all these feelings after knowing that they are pregnant.

The important thing for the pregnant women is to schedule their first prenatal checkup with a doctor immediately after knowing that they are pregnant. You can expect a full check up with lots of tests like blood tests, urine screening, Pap smear etc. You are also prescribed with prenatal vitamins in the first visit.

Even after being conscious of their pregnancy some women might not feel or experience any changes physically. While others might have a feeling of being bombarded with changes physically as well as mentally with the alterations that the pregnancy is causing in their lives. Physically you may feel fatigued, an increasing frequency of urination, nausea, heartburn, constipation, flatulence, craving for certain foods, aversion to certain foods, head aches, breast changes and dizziness. Morning sickness can be observed. While some women feel like keeping their pregnancy a secret for a while, others may feel excited about it and share the news with friends and family to get some support that she might need.

As you reach to the end of the second month you might observe that your clothes are getting tighter. A larger bra might be needed to accommodate the growing breasts. While few women feel proud about these changes other might feel embarrassed about these changed looks. When you visit the doctor this month you can expect to have your weight, blood pressure, urine and blood checked. Examination of hands and feet can be expected for any signs of swelling. The pregnant women must by now learn to be free with the doctor and explain to him/her the exact symptoms and their feelings. They should also feel free to ask about any doubts and get them clarified.

Now the pregnant lady notices that some of the early symptoms of pregnancy are reducing. She can notice that occassions of morning sickness has began to subside. Her energy levels feel increased. Increased vaginal discharge and bouts of constipation can also be noticed. By now you ought to be mentally prepared with changes that pregnancy brings into your life and to your body. You should start getting educated regarding your pregnancy and childbirth. You can begin reading literature or ask your female friends or family members regarding their pregnancy, labor and delivery experiences.

During this month prenatal visit, you can expect check up of weight, urine, blood pressure and blood. For signs of swelling your feet and hands can be checked by the doctor. The doctor might palpate externally to check the height of your uterus and also its size.