Changes to Your Body
Headaches: Headaches occasionally seem to get worse in pregnancy, especially during the first few months. This is likely related to hormone shifts. In general, Tylenol should be your first line treatment to alleviate these headaches. Please call if headaches persist.
Dizziness: Dizziness and spells that make you feel like you are going to faint are common. Try lying down for a few minutes, drinking water, eating a snack, and then getting back up slowly.
Shortness of Breath: This is very common, especially as you get close to delivery. Slow, deep breaths and pillow-props to sleep can help.
Extreme Tiredness: This is very common, especially in the beginning of pregnancy. The need to take naps is very normal and does not necessarily indicate that you are anemic.
Mood Swings: Crying and moodiness is common. Getting plenty of rest, eating a nutritious diet, and exercise will help you more than you may think. Severe depression can manifest in pregnancy. Call your doctor if you have thoughts of harming yourself or others.
Trouble Sleeping: Most women will have difficulty sleeping at times in their pregnancy. This typically resolves after your child moves out of the house at age 18 (kidding of course). This will typically resolve immediately after delivery.
Rashes: A red, sometimes itchy rash develops in some women, especially on their abdomen. This will typically disappear after delivery. Please mention these rashes to your doctor as some rashes can indicate a specific pregnancy complication.
Nosebleeds: Sudden nosebleeds are common during pregnancy, and there is no cause for alarm. Usually a cold compress and pressure will relieve these. A cold-air humidifier in the bedroom at night will help as well.
Groin Pain with Movement: Very common in pregnancy and typically related to stretching ligaments. You can get relief from belly support apparel and with exercise.
Headaches: Headaches occasionally seem to get worse in pregnancy, especially during the first few months. This is likely related to hormone shifts. In general, Tylenol should be your first line treatment to alleviate these headaches. Please call if headaches persist.
Dizziness: Dizziness and spells that make you feel like you are going to faint are common. Try lying down for a few minutes, drinking water, eating a snack, and then getting back up slowly.
Shortness of Breath: This is very common, especially as you get close to delivery. Slow, deep breaths and pillow-props to sleep can help.
Extreme Tiredness: This is very common, especially in the beginning of pregnancy. The need to take naps is very normal and does not necessarily indicate that you are anemic.
Mood Swings: Crying and moodiness is common. Getting plenty of rest, eating a nutritious diet, and exercise will help you more than you may think. Severe depression can manifest in pregnancy. Call your doctor if you have thoughts of harming yourself or others.
Trouble Sleeping: Most women will have difficulty sleeping at times in their pregnancy. This typically resolves after your child moves out of the house at age 18 (kidding of course). This will typically resolve immediately after delivery.
Rashes: A red, sometimes itchy rash develops in some women, especially on their abdomen. This will typically disappear after delivery. Please mention these rashes to your doctor as some rashes can indicate a specific pregnancy complication.
Nosebleeds: Sudden nosebleeds are common during pregnancy, and there is no cause for alarm. Usually a cold compress and pressure will relieve these. A cold-air humidifier in the bedroom at night will help as well.
Groin Pain with Movement: Very common in pregnancy and typically related to stretching ligaments. You can get relief from belly support apparel and with exercise.
