In the first few weeks of pregnancy, a woman's body begins changing to make a home for the growing baby. For the mom-to-be, that means a wide range of new sensations some more pleasant than others.
Some pregnant women have only a few of these symptoms, while others experience all of them.
If you're having signs or symptoms of pregnancy, take a pregnancy test! Here are the different types:
Once you have a positive pregnancy test, make an appointment with your provider to begin prenatal care. If you have bleeding or spotting, be sure to let your doctor or midwife know so that they can check an ultrasound and make sure your pregnancy is developing normally.
Q: I took a pregnancy test and it was negative, but I'm still having symptoms. Could I be pregnant?
A: You may be. To find out, ask for another test (preferably a blood test, since it's the most sensitive). In the meantime, take all prenatal precautions, such as avoiding alcohol.
It is possible, however, to have symptoms and not be pregnant. There might be other biological causes such as hormonal imbalances or diabetes that your health care provider should investigate.