Early Pregnancy Questions & Answers
- Your body is working extremely hard at this time. You are producing the fetus's life support system.
- This is due to the increase of fluids in the body. Your kidneys are working more efficiently to rid the body of wastes quickly.
- They are swollen and tender because of the increase of the hormones, estrogen and progesterone, your body is producing.
- You are probably feeling extreme mood swings brought on by the changes in your body. If your depression lasts for more then two weeks, consult your care provider.
- No one knows why pregnant women have morning sickness. Not all pregnant women suffer from morning sickness and it usually goes away by the third month.