The first week of pregnancy: what happens, signs and sensations in the body

After anchoring, the egg divides so quickly that it becomes like a blackberry

It is difficult to determine whether conception has occurred at this time. The process is asymptomatic. The hormonal system is just beginning to change. This leads to changes in the nervous system. Physical sensations are rare.

For the subsequent pregnancy, this week is important. Although its pronounced manifestations are absent, the embryo is already trying to securely gain a foothold. This process is influenced by the health of the woman.

The expectant mother can feel changes in the body. She feels fatigue and weakness. A cold begins in a similar way. Muscles can pull and ache. At the same time, there is no temperature.

Especially sensitive women may notice changes so early.

The mood begins to change more often. Joyful emotions are quickly replaced by tears. This is due to the restructuring of the nervous system. The emotional state becomes overwhelmed. Sleep problems worsen the situation. The expectant mother often wakes up and then cannot sleep for a long time. This makes her feel tired and depressed.

The lower abdomen can respond to fertilization with pain. This is due to blood flow to the pelvic area. The woman notes a sharp tingling sensation that occurs during the day. They disappear pretty quickly.

The chest is slightly enlarged and becomes more sensitive. Touching her can be unpleasant. The head also reacts to hormonal changes. Headaches of varying duration occur.

Appetite increases. It takes more food to feel full. Already now, an irresistible desire to eat a certain product may appear. Taste preferences can vary significantly. At the same time, in the morning, at the sight of food, a feeling of nausea appears.

When the egg is attached, the uterus will expand in size. This makes it uncomfortable for a woman to sit. The pressure of the uterus on the bladder gradually increases. Urination becomes more frequent.

The restructuring of the hormonal system affects the entire body. This causes changes that are sometimes invisible to a woman:

• The appearance of acne;
• Slight swelling in the arms and legs;
• Slowdown in the work of the intestines;
• Bloating;
• Venous mesh in the chest area;
• Blush on the face.

After conception, the hormone progesterone is actively produced. It causes an increase in basal temperature. The woman should create a graph showing the changes. It is better to measure the temperature in the morning in the mouth, vagina or rectum.

Progesterone affects the production of saliva. Its volume increases significantly, causing frequent swallowing. The acidic environment of the stomach is disturbed, leading to heartburn. Digestive disorders can cause weight loss. This is undesirable at the beginning of pregnancy.

Pregnancy proceeds individually for each woman. At the initial stage, only a particularly sensitive pregnant woman can notice it. Hormonal changes are reminiscent of the approach of menstruation.

The volume of discharge increases. They have a yellowish brown tint. In medicine, they are called implantation bleeding. They should stop by the time the cycle is delayed.

Hydrogen ions contained in implantation bleeding create a barrier to the penetration of microorganisms from the outside. The protective function is designed to protect the embryo. However, this area is favorable for the multiplication of candidiasis. Because of this, thrush develops.

The enlarged uterus presses on the intestinal wall. For this reason, a pregnant woman may have a stomach ache. Gas builds up in the stomach. To eliminate the malaise, you need to normalize the diet. It is worth abandoning products that increase gassing.

It is impossible to detect pregnancy at such an early stage. Diagnostics should be carried out after the first day of the delay. Ultrasound can be done when the egg reaches the uterine epithelium. It will help identify the dominant follicle. The specialist will determine its thickness in order to draw a conclusion about the course of pregnancy.

HCG test and analysis will not give a reliable result. The hormonal system is just beginning to rebuild. These diagnostic methods will help determine pregnancy when hormone production increases.

At this time, the woman does not feel the birth of a new life. She may experience mild ailments that do not interfere with her usual activities.

1 week: what happens to the fetus, pregnancy diagnostics

At this stage, only the prerequisites for the appearance of the fetus arise, and successful fertilization, which can occur in about two weeks, depends on many factors. Accordingly, ultrasound of the fetus at this time is not done. It should be noted that even in the first days of pregnancy (meaning the embryonic period), there are no reliable ways to confirm successful conception.

With the help of ultrasound in the first weeks of pregnancy on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th day of delay, it is most likely impossible to determine the presence of an embryo. The fetus in this study can be seen approximately on the 5th or 7th day of the delay in menstruation. The level of the hCG hormone (chorionic gonadotropin), which is produced in a woman’s body during pregnancy, does not increase in the early stages, so on the first day of the delay, the test may also not show two cherished strips. Positive results can be detected only from 12-14 days after the conception of a child.

Useful tips and tricks

It is very important for future parents to maintain a healthy lifestyle, because an egg and a sperm are already maturing in their body – two cells that form an unborn child.
If one of the spouses is undergoing treatment, taking medications or doing some procedures, be sure to check with your doctor if it is permissible to plan a pregnancy in this menstrual cycle, as this may affect the development of the child. X-rays are also dangerous for the baby. The best solution during this period would be to conduct pregnancy under the supervision of specialists, so that the expectant mother and baby are always under supervision.

The expectant mother is advised to avoid unfavorable working conditions and high physical activity. Any stressful situations should also be excluded.

Avoid large crowds of people, carefully follow the rules of hygiene so as not to contract a viral infection.

A varied, balanced diet for the expectant mother should include meat, fish, dairy products, complex carbohydrates, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Do not abuse foods that can cause allergies (citrus fruits, honey, etc.).

It is better to coordinate the intake of multivitamins for pregnant women with a gynecologist, he will help you choose the drug taking into account the characteristics of health and place of residence (in some regions there is not enough iodine, fluorine or other trace elements in the water, and the doctor will help take these factors into account).

Compliance with these simple recommendations will ensure the correct and full development of the fetus from the very first day. Remember that a mother should lead a healthy lifestyle not only in the first weeks of pregnancy, but throughout the entire period of bearing a child in her stomach.