The First Trimester of Pregnancy

The most common symptom you’ll hear about and may experience during the first trimester is morning sickness. Your body is undergoing so many changes, it’s really quite impossible not to have any symptoms. Not all women will experience morning sickness, while others have a hard time with it. Everyone’s different, and you won’t know what your symptoms will be like until you experience them yourself.

Also, expect to feel tired and fatigued a lot of the time. Again, your body is reacting to the many changes going on. Don’t fight these changes. If you get tired, rest and go easy on yourself. You’re not pregnant the rest of your life, just for nine months or so! One way to help with the fatigue is to make sure to drink a lot of water. This will also help with any constipation you might have to deal with. And yes, you most likely will experience that and other unpleasant symptoms!

Your breasts might become extra sensitive or even swollen. This is normal. It’s a natural progression for your breasts to develop more fully and prepare for breastfeeding after the baby is born. Whether you decide to breastfeed or not, your body will prepare for it.
After your first trimester, that tiny being growing inside of you will now have developed their main organs. It’s truly amazing to realize the phenomenal growth process that’s going on. Just wait until you get to have your first ultrasound, and actually SEE inside the womb!