Early Pregnancy Symptoms: What to Expect & When to Test

Some women start experiencing pregnancy symptoms as early as one week after conception, while others may not experience any symptoms until several weeks later. Some common early symptoms of pregnancy include:

* Missed period: This is the most common and reliable sign of pregnancy. If you are pregnant, your period will be late by at least one week.

* Breast tenderness: Your breasts may become tender, swollen, and darker than usual.

* Nausea and vomiting (morning sickness): This is a common early pregnancy symptom that usually starts around six weeks after conception and peaks around eight weeks.

* Fatigue: You may feel very tired and exhausted during early pregnancy.

* Frequent urination: You may need to urinate more frequently than usual, especially at night.

* Mood swings: You may experience sudden changes in your mood, such as feeling happy one minute and sad the next.

* Bloating: Your belly may start to bloat or swell.

* Headaches: You may experience headaches more frequently than usual during early pregnancy.

* Constipation: You may have difficulty moving your bowels, which can cause constipation.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to see your doctor to confirm whether or not you are pregnant.