Pregnancy Facts - Before and After Conception

You must be aware of certain basic facts about pregnancy for planning it well. Being informed and aware of the changes expected in your body, especially in the reproductive organs will help you in getting pregnant as well as going through the 42 months. When trying to conceive, there are bound to be many questions that pop up in your mind from time to time.

Facts about Pregnancy – Before Conception

• Conception can be irritating at times. You may feel like having it at once but it is a matter of chance. Weeks, months and years can pass without conceiving. Studying the menstrual cycle to try conception when it is most likely during a month is advisable.
• Irregular menstrual cycles make your chances of getting pregnant lesser. This is because you cannot be certain of the most suitable days for conception. Try to get it cured if you are suffering from this condition.
• You need to maintain an optimum level of health in order to sustain the development of a new life, i.e. allow for the baby’s growth during pregnancy. Make sure that your body has adequate level of minerals, iron, calcium and energy for conceiving.

Facts about Pregnancy – After Conception

• You can expect mood swings, morning sickness, backaches and inexplicable fears. There is nothing crazy about you, it is just pregnancy.
• Your breasts will become tender. They are starting to prepare for breastfeeding your baby. They are likely to outgrow your bra size.
• You body produces more energy at this stage for the baby’s development. This will make you sweat easier. Dress in loose clothing and drink lot of water to bring down the heat. Your metabolic rates will be much higher during these days.
• You will experience itchiness in your tummy because your skin is getting stretched. Although mostly due to skin problems, excessive itching can be due to liver problems. Be vigilant of such symptoms.
• Always visit your scheduled prenatal appointments. If you feel that you can give some of them a miss, think again. Some complication or the other might crop up anytime. Why take chances?
• If you feel panicky about labour, ask women who have had pregnancies and successful deliveries. You would be able to relate with them when the time comes for delivery.
• Book yourself for an antenatal class. Do not be laidback about it because these classes tend to fill up fast.

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