Pregnancy Discomforts
Pregnancy can be accompanied by a range of physical and emotional discomfort. It's important to understand that while these are not unusual, you should definitely let your healthcare provider know if you are experiencing any discomfort. There are things you and your doctor can do to help you feel better!
Some of the more common discomforts include:
Constipation
Constipation during pregnancy is not uncommon. Besides the discomfort of the constipation itself, this condition can lead to painful hemorrhoids. To avoid this condition try to drink about ... [more]
Heartburn
If you are experiencing heartburn during your pregnancy, it may be due to increased pressure in your abdomen caused by the growing baby. Hormones in pregnancy may also be causing the muscle ... [more]
Mood Swings
Many pregnant women are startled and embarrassed by their intense reactions to everyday situations they would have normally taken in stride. "What’s wrong with me?" they say. "... [more]
Swollen Ankles
A common discomfort of pregnancy is swelling (dependent edema) of the extremities. You may find that your ankles, feet and hands become swollen in the last few months of your pregnancy, alt... [more]
Fatigue
It is not uncommon to feel totally exhausted during the first few months of your pregnancy and during the last months. Many women try to ignore this symptom, thinking that if they just keep... [more]
Leg Cramps
Leg cramps during pregnancy can be caused by calcium deficiency and/or poor circulation. If you are not consuming enough calcium, the increased demands for calcium by the growing infant&rsqu... [more]
Morning Sickness
During the first three or four months of pregnancy, you may experience nausea and vomiting. This is called morning sickness, although it can happen at any time of the day. Certain foods and... [more]
