Pregnancy (prɛɡnənsɪ) n, pl –cies
1.) the state or condition of being pregnant
2.) the period from conception to childbirth
The test has just confirmed that you are not going crazy, you’re pregnant! Whether you wait 12-weeks to inform your friends and family of this fun and exciting news, take time for yourself to recognize changes in your behavior, mood, and your everyday life. Know before you go: These tips will explain what seems like the unexplainable and give clarification of what seems like out-of-body behavior:
1.) You are one hot mama: No really, you might feel as if you are overheating in temperatures you coped well with before you were pregnant. Why? Pregnancy hormones are speeding up your metabolic rate, making you feel flushed and sweaty. How to take the heat: Dress in loose, light clothing, and drink plenty of water.
2.) To grandmother’s house we go: This will only hold true if grandma is within driving distance. Most airlines won’t let you travel after 36 weeks. After 28 weeks you won’t be allowed to check in without a doctor’s certificate.
3.) You’re scared. No you’re not: Brace yourself, mood swings are lingering. Expect to feel extreme anger, uncontrollable bouts of crying, and times of unexplained fear.
4.) Morning sickness go away; come again another day: Morning sickness is definitely a pitfall of being pregnant but it is twice as bad on an empty stomach. Keep a light snack on your bed stand to avoid making morning sickness worse than it should be.
5.) Itchy belly: Your tummy will most likely itch as a result of your skin expanding to fit your growing soon- to-be baby. Some women get itchy feet and hands, too. But if you begin to itch badly all over, consult a Doctor. It could be a very rare but serious liver disorder.
6.) Smile! U.S. researchers suggest that mothers who worry less tend to have a stress-free pregnancy because they are able to sleep better, stay slimmer, and have an easier labor.
7.) You are not turning into big foot: Surprise, big foot is only a myth. Pregnancy, though, is a reality and so are the changes that come with it. Expect to increase by one shoe size within the first 28-30 weeks due to fluid retention.
8.) Is that a new perfume? During pregnancy, the hormonal and chemical changes within your body can give off a new odor and change the scent of your favorite perfume.
9.) Forget me not: Pregnancy amnesia is very common amongst new pregnant mothers and can include anything from slight to full memory loss. Believe it or not: Scientific evidence suggests that a woman’s brain can shrink by as much as five per cent during pregnancy! The good news: It does return to normal after giving birth!
10.) Release the beast: If your husband blames you for waking him up in the middle of the night, blame it on your hormones. Pregnancy hormones can sometimes cause the membranes in your nose to soften and swell.
