Pregnant?

Have you been experiencing strange symptoms after unprotected sex? Have you been expecting a period that hasn’t arrived, or did your birth control fail? If so, you’re likely worried about being pregnant.

While taking a pregnancy test is the only way to confirm a pregnancy, there are symptoms to look out for that could indicate you’re pregnant.

While early pregnancy symptoms are listed below, it’s essential to know that each woman’s experience is different. Some women experience every symptom, while others don’t have any. Plus, these symptoms can also indicate other health conditions. If you have any early pregnancy signs or symptoms, it’s important to take a pregnancy test.

Early Pregnancy Symptoms

When you become pregnant, your hormone levels increase in your body. These hormones tell your body to begin preparing itself for pregnancy, and this process can cause specific symptoms, including:

• Missed menstrual period: If you think you should have had a period but didn’t, this could mean you’re pregnant. In fact, a missed period is often one of the first signs of pregnancy. This is because those early pregnancy hormones tell your uterine lining to thicken instead of shed, causing you to stop having a menstrual period for the duration of the pregnancy.
• Sore, swollen breasts: Is your bra fitting tighter lately? Are your breasts more tender than usual? If so, pregnancy could be to blame. Those early pregnancy hormones are already preparing your breasts for breastfeeding.
• Nausea with/without vomiting: Commonly referred to as “morning sickness,” feeling nauseous or vomiting any time of the day without a known cause (like sickness, etc.) can indicate pregnancy.
• Increased urination: During pregnancy, your blood volume increases, which in turn causes your kidneys to produce more urine. If you’re running to the bathroom more than normal, this could be a sign of pregnancy, especially if this symptom is accompanied by other early pregnancy signs.
• Fatigue: Many different conditions and life stressors can cause fatigue, but if you’re feeling more tired than usual and also having other pregnancy symptoms, this could indicate pregnancy.

I’m Having Pregnancy Symptoms. Now What?

If you’re having any of the pregnancy symptoms listed above, it’s critical to take a pregnancy test to confirm a pregnancy and rule out other health conditions.

At Fempower Medical, we offer free, lab-quality, self-administered pregnancy testing to give you the information you need right now. Even if you received a positive pregnancy test result at home, taking a second test at our center is essential to ensure you’re still pregnant (it’s possible you’ve miscarried since taking the first test). Plus, our client advocates are here to walk you through the results and answer any questions.

You’re not alone in this. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and all the emotions in between is normal, but we’re here for you. Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential appointment.

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