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How to Know When You\u2019re Pregnant<\/span><\/h2>\n

What happens when your period doesn\u2019t show up? From the first period to menopause, women are considered in their childbearing years. It\u2019s important that women know the signs of pregnancy so they can know when they may be pregnant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"When<\/a>To understand why we experience symptoms of pregnancy, it may help to understand where the symptoms come from.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Signs of Pregnancy: What\u2019s Happening In The Body?<\/span><\/h2>\n

During ovulation, an egg is released into the fallopian tube. If the egg becomes fertilized, it will move out of the fallopian tube and start reproducing cells for 2-3 days. Then it will try to attach to the uterine wall, which can take 3-4 days. This is the beginning of pregnancy, also known as the gestational period. By this point, the woman\u2019s body is already experiencing an increase in hormone levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The most well-known sign of pregnancy is a late\/missed menstrual cycle. The most common first sign is spotting and light cramps as implantation occurs. According to an American Pregnancy Association study, only 3% recognized spotting as their first sign, while 29% said it was a late\/missed menstrual cycle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another common sign of pregnancy is morning sickness. Morning sickness, or nausea, can happen during the day and night, and doesn\u2019t always include vomiting. Twenty five percent of women reported nausea as the first sign they were pregnant.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another common symptom is breast tenderness or changes. Seventeen percent of women reported changes in their breasts within the first week of pregnancy. Other changes include size and darkening around the areolas as hormones increase.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additional Possible Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy<\/span><\/h2>\n