Be it any woman out there, one of the major reasons for happiness comes in pregnancy when the feeling of giving birth to a new life takes over priority. The beauty of holding a precious bundle of joy and the jitters of being a parent and a responsible one is something that every person goes through at some point in their lives. If you are among the lucky ones planning a family, or even if you are not, it is important to detect the pregnancy as soon as possible. This is solely because as soon as you conceive, the top priority is the good health and safety of the baby.


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However, many women cannot gauze their pregnancy during the first few weeks of pregnancy. According to experts, there are some symptoms and signs that a woman should be aware of in this case. The guide below will give you the signs to expect during the very first week of pregnancy to help you in an immense manner.

Symptoms of Pregnancy at 1st Week:

1. Missed Periods:

Though the menstruation cycle is about 28 days, many women undergo the same even in 35 days. So, if there is a missed period, it might be delayed menstruation or the first week of pregnancy. One symptom, along with others mentioned here, confirms pregnancy.

2. Tenderness in Breasts:

The breasts become tender and sore in the first week of pregnancy. This is because of the hormonal levels in the body that peak. Along with soreness, a certain amount of pain will be experienced.

3. Mood Swings:

Among the first few symptoms, some women stated they had major mood swings during the first week of pregnancy and in the initial 3 months. Mood swings can range from being hysterical to over-emotional and more. It is a result of hormonal changes.

4. Fatigue and Tiredness:

A complete feeling of tiredness and fatigue frequently occurs among women in their first week of pregnancy. The body is undergoing various changes, and there are a lot of bodily functions for adaptation to the baby’s growth. This makes the body tired and lethargic.

5. Nausea And Vomiting:

Commonly known as morning sickness, nausea and vomiting are signs a person goes through during the first week of pregnancy. This can be due to sensitivity to smell and various internal function changes. Overall, vomiting tendencies are quite a general sign in all first-week pregnant women.

6. Hormonal Changes:

Most of the above-mentioned symptoms for the first week of pregnancy are because of hormonal changes. If you start ovulating a lot or if there are major hormonal secretions in the body according to certain tests, it only means that you might be pregnant. It is one of the 100 percent sure-shot occurring signs.

7. Digestive Issues:

One of the common and foremost signs and symptoms associated with pregnancy’s first week is digestion. Anything from gas and bloating to constipation can be experienced during this time solely because of too much pressure on the uterus and excessive hormonal secretion. Each person might have different digestive reactions, but the symptom is standard.

These are some points and signs you can connect yourself with during the first week of pregnancy.

Yashasvi

About Yashasvi

Yashasvi developed a deep passion for writing ever since she was completed her Master’s in Mass Communication and Journalism from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam and has chosen a career that is driven by creativity. A Parenting expert who believes in communicating effectively with a personal touch, she writes about pregnancy, baby care, lifestyle, and just about anything else.
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