Pregnancy Trimester by Trimester: What Your Body’s Telling You

Each new stage of pregnancy is memorable-  new sensations, feelings and changes make pregnancy a wonder-filled time. Your body is constantly changing.

Each symptom, each craving, and each change is a special way in which your body is trying to help you with the birth of your child.

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This guide will walk you through each trimester of pregnancy, what symptoms and changes occur during pregnancy and how to combat those symptoms to ensure the mental and physical well being.

 

Pregnancy: An essential phase in the human reproduction

Pregnancy is the term for when one or more fetuses are developing in a woman's uterus. It typically occurs after sexual intercourse, but may also occur through assisted reproductive technologies. Pregnancy is commonly confirmed through blood tests by a medical professional or you can also confirm it via  pregnancy test kits available at the pharmacies. ​

Pregnancy is an emotional and transformational journey that brings about several changes in body, mind, and daily routine in a woman’s life.​

Many women experience constant mood swings and emotional dilemmas while going through various phases of pregnancy. Each trimester shows various symptoms in each woman. So monitoring them and consulting with your healthcare provider can reduce a lot of stress.

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A brief about the three trimesters of pregnancy

All three trimesters are different and have their own difficulties and duration. Let’s discuss it in detail about these trimesters below:

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1.First Trimester: The Beginning of changes 

In the first trimester, the body undergoes several changes- missing periods and tender breasts are the first signs of pregnancy. Food aversion, fatigue, morning sickness, and frequent urination are some of the common symptoms and discomforts that can be encountered in this phase.

Hormones affect the emotional well-being of the individual. Prenatal vitamins are prescribed by the gynecologist to handle these symptoms.

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2.Second Trimester: The Golden Period

In the Second Trimester of pregnancy , the belly grows visibly, the uterus rises above the pelvis and women can feel the movement of their babies.​

Battling constant  backaches, occurrence of stretch marks, swollen feet, and increase in appetite are common symptoms experienced during this phase by many women.Emotional stability and physical stability is high during this period so it is advised to do gentle exercises to develop the body for the upcoming phase.

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3.Third Trimester: Final phase of pregnancy

The final trimester is all about preparing for labour. Various  discomforts, such as heartburn, sleeping problems, back pain, and swelling may get worse as the baby grows. Mild contractions are common, and changes in baby movements are normal.

Pillows can be used to ease the backaches, and constant support is essential in this time period.

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When do you need guidance from healthcare provider

Pregnancy can be a very tough, emotional period for many women, and it is different from person to person. Some common signs that directly require a  gynaecologist visit are as follows:

1.Intense abdominal pain or bleeding.

2. Constant headaches accompanied by blurry vision.

3. Anxiousness and mood swings and sadness can be signs of depression which are experienced by various women.

4.Preterm labour signs should not be neglected such as Regular contractions, unusual belly movement and leakage from vaginal passage.

 

Conclusion

Pregnancy for a woman is a beautiful and deeply emotional journey that ushers in times of transformation and new beginnings. It brings huge changes that may affect both emotional and physical well-being, which become tough to handle if not appropriately managed. The constant support of family and friends must be complemented with regular checkups with the gynaecologist.