
If you think you may be pregnant, look out for these tell-tale signs. Keep in mind, however, that the stress from simply suspecting you are pregnant can cause some of the symptoms detailed below.
Details of Symptoms |
Time of Appearance |
Other Reasons for Symptom |
| Delay/Difference in Menstruation | During entire pregnancy |
Excessive weight gain/loss, fatigue, hormonal problems, tension, stress, ceasing to take the birth control pill |
| Tender/Swollen Breasts |
1-2 weeks after conception | Hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, impending menstruation |
| Fatigue | 1-6 weeks after conception | Stress, exhaustion, depression, common cold or flu |
| Nausea/Vomiting | 2-8 weeks after conception |
Food poisoning, stress, other stomach disorders |
| Frequent Urination | 6-8 weeks after conception |
Urinary tract infection, diabetes, taking excessive diuretics |
| Backaches | During entire pregnancy | Impending menstruation, other back problems, physical or mental strains |
| Frequent Headaches |
Sometimes entire pregnancy |
Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal, eye strain, other ailments |
| Food Cravings |
During entire pregnancy |
Poor diet, stress, depression, impending menstruation |
Symptoms alone cannot confirm a pregnancy. If you are concerned that you are exhibiting some of these symptoms, please call Life on 6798989 or call in person to 29/30 Dame St, Dublin 2