Most common early pregnancy signs and symptoms
What are the very first signs of pregnancy?
Some women experience many signs and symptoms very early in pregnancy, while others experience very few or even none. If you think you may be pregnant, or hope you may be, review the most common symptoms below and compare your symptoms. To confirm pregnancy use a home pregnancy test - if the result is positive be sure to see your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Good lifestyle choices, healthy diet and proper prenatal care will give your baby the best start in life.
Positive indicators of pregnancy
The most significant positive signs and symptoms when comparing pregnant versus non-pregnant women.
Symptom | Pregnant | As often |
---|---|---|
Tender Breasts | 28.8% | 1.3x |
Sensitive Breasts | 15.2% | 1.3x |
Increased Breast Size | 9.6% | 1.2x |
I 'Feel' Pregnant | 10% | 1.2x |
Pulling/Pinching | 14.5% | 1.2x |
Sore/Sensitive Nipples | 24.8% | 1.2x |
Tender Breasts (Underarms) | 12.5% | 1.2x |
Understanding the data
Experiencing these symptoms increases the probability of pregnancy.
Reading the table: 28.8% of pregnant women experience the symptom 'Tender Breasts'. Pregnant women experience this symptom 1.3 times as often as non-pregnant women.
Negative indicators of pregnancy
The most significant negative signs and symptoms when comparing pregnant versus non-pregnant women.
Symptom | Non-pregnant | As often |
---|---|---|
I Don't 'Feel' Pregnant | 10.9% | 1.9x |
Cramps (Like PMS/AF) | 18.4% | 1.3x |
Headache | 23.8% | 1.3x |
Weepiness | 10.9% | 1.3x |
Moodiness | 15.2% | 1.3x |
Irritability | 17.6% | 1.2x |
Diarrhea | 8.1% | 1.2x |
Achy Legs or Hips | 15.3% | 1.2x |
Understanding the data
Experiencing these symptoms decreases the probability of pregnancy.
Reading the table: 10.9% of non-pregnant women experience the symptom 'I Don't 'Feel' Pregnant'. Non-pregnant women experience this symptom 1.9 times as often as pregnant women.
Most common signs and symptoms (overall)
The most frequently occurring signs and symptoms experienced by women overall (regardless of whether they are pregnant or not). The table displays what percentage of all women experience each symptom and it's impact on the probability of pregnancy (either positively, negatively or no affect).
Symptom | Overall | |
---|---|---|
Fatigue/Exhaustion | 43.2% | |
Dull Cramps/Pressure | 36.2% | |
Gas/Flatulence | 36.9% | |
Bloating | 32.6% | |
Backache | 30.8% | |
Tender Breasts | 24.7% | |
Nausea | 26.3% | |
Sore/Sensitive Nipples | 22.4% | |
Headache | 22.9% | |
Increased Cervical Fluid | 22.4% |
Understanding the data
For indepth information on how much a symptom affects the probability of pregnancy, visit the symptom page.