Common pregnancy symptoms

By trimester

• In the first trimester, OWH lists tiredness, tender breasts and nausea, with or without vomiting.^[2]
• In the second trimester, OWH lists body aches, stretch marks, darker patches of skin and tingling in the hands.^[2]
• In the third trimester, OWH lists shortness of breath, heartburn, peeing often, trouble sleeping, swelling and hemorrhoids.^[2]

NHS tips for common symptoms

• For heartburn, the NHS suggests smaller meals, sitting up straight and less caffeine.^[3]
• For constipation, the NHS suggests fiber, exercise and plenty of water.^[4]
• For bloating, the NHS suggests 6 small meals a day, eating slowly and a short walk after meals.^[5]
• For calf cramps at night, the NHS suggests rubbing the muscle or pulling your toes up.^[6]
• For swollen or bleeding gums, the NHS suggests a soft toothbrush.^[7]
• For a nosebleed, the NHS suggests sitting up, leaning forward and pinching the nose for 10 to 15 minutes.^[8]
• For dizziness from lower blood pressure, the NHS suggests standing up slowly.^[9]
• For leaking urine when you laugh or cough, the NHS suggests pelvic floor exercises.^[10]

• Morning sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum
• Sleep during pregnancy

When a symptom needs a call

• The NHS says to see a doctor if itchy skin gets worse, especially at night.^[11]
• The NHS says to see a doctor if your discharge changes color, smell or texture, or if peeing hurts, itches or feels sore.^[11]
• The NHS says to mention swelling of the face, hands or feet so your blood pressure can be checked.^[3]
• The NHS says to see your midwife if aches around your belly hurt a lot.^[12]

• Pregnancy warning signs: when to call or get help