Pregnancy Signs: Droopy Eyes, Spotting, Sore Breasts and More

There's nothing worse than agonizing over the possibility of pregnancy. If you are trying to conceive, you may find yourself analyzing every possible symptom looking for some sign of success. If you forget to take your birth control pill, you may find yourself worrying that your period won't arrive on time. No matter how you feel about pregnancy, there are a few early symptoms that can tip you off to being pregnant before you miss that first period. Some women experience symptoms immediately after conception, while others have no symptoms for the first few weeks. If you experience one or many of the following symptoms, you should visit your doctor or take a home pregnancy test to find out for sure if you have conceived.

1. Feeling Green

You've probably heard of the dreaded "morning sickness", but the nausea and vomiting can last from early morning through late at night. It can happen at any given moment, but you will feel a distinct sickness in the pit of your stomach. Some women only experience mild nausea and others vomit uncontrollably. If you find yourself feeling sick, try snacking on some bland crackers frequently to keep something on your stomach.

2. Droopy Eyes

If you feel like you haven't slept for days, you could by pregnant! Exhaustion is at its prime during early pregnancy because your body is working hard to maintain a suitable environment for your new little one to grow. Some of the most important developmental milestones of pregnancy happen before you even know you've conceived. The only outward sign on these changes may be in the form of exhaustion.

3. Mild Spotting

Some women dismiss the idea of pregnancy because they experience slight bleeding around the time they expected their period. It is actually very common for women to have some spotting about a week after they conceive. This spotting usually happens with the fertilized egg buries itself into the lining of the uterus.

4. Headaches

Even in early pregnancy, your hormones begin to shift and change. This can cause many women to experience a dull headache for a few days. Particularly around the time of implantation, women may experience a headache similar to what they normally felt during their period. These hormone-induced headaches are sometimes accompanied by unpleasant dizziness or a feeling of being off-balance.

5. Sore Breasts

If you want to cry when you put on your bra, you might be pregnant. This is usually the earliest sign of pregnancy. After you conceive, your changing hormones can leave your breasts swollen and tender. The slightest touch can make you cringe during the early days of pregnancy. Some women experience breast tenderness during their periods, but it is usually amplified during pregnancy.

Even if you find yourself experiencing all of these symptoms, the only way to know for sure that you are pregnant is to wait and see. If your period is late, then take a home pregnancy test. These are inexpensive and readily available at any pharmacy. Most of these simple tests at 97 percent effective and save you a trip to the doctor's office. If your suspicions are right and the test is positive, then make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. Early medical care is extremely important in pregnancy to insure that you and your new baby will be as healthy as possible.