Introduction to Symptoms During Pregnancy

Persistent or unusual headaches

Persistent nausea and vomiting Nausea and Vomiting During Early Pregnancy Up to 80% of pregnant women have nausea and vomiting to some extent. Nausea and vomiting are most common and most severe during the 1st trimester. Although commonly called morning sickness,... read more

Dizziness

Vision problems

Pain or cramps in the lowest part of the torso (pelvic pain Pelvic Pain During Early Pregnancy Early in pregnancy, many women have pelvic pain. Pelvic pain refers to pain in the lowest part of the torso, in the area below the abdomen and between the hipbones (pelvis). The pain may be... read more )

Contractions

Vaginal bleeding Vaginal Bleeding During Early Pregnancy During the first 20 weeks of pregnancy, 20 to 30% of women have vaginal bleeding. In about half of these women, the pregnancy ends in a miscarriage. If miscarriage does not occur immediately... read more

Leakage of amniotic fluid (described as "the water breaks")

Swelling of the hands or face or severe swelling of the feet Swelling During Late Pregnancy As pregnancy progresses, fluid may accumulate in tissues, usually in the feet, ankles, and legs, causing them to swell and appear puffy. This condition is called edema. Occasionally, the face... read more

Decreased urination

Any illness or infection

Shaking (tremor) of the hands, feet, or both

Seizures

A racing heart

Decreased movement of the fetus