During the second trimester, you're likely to experience decreased nausea, better sleep patterns and an increased energy level. However, you may experience a whole new set of symptoms, such as back pain, abdominal pain, leg cramps, constipation and heartburn.
You have now reached your final stretch of pregnancy and are probably very excited and anxious for the birth of your baby. Some of the physical symptoms you may experience during this period include shortness of breath, hemorrhoids, urinary incontinence, varicose veins and sleeping problems. Many of these symptoms arise from the increase in the size of your uterus, which expands from approximately 2 ounces before pregnancy to 2. UCSF Health medical specialists have reviewed this information.
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What is the first trimester? What happens to your body? Your emotions You might feel a range of emotions during your first trimester. What happens to the baby?
What can be expected from the doctor and midwife? Other health checks during the first trimester include: urine tests to detect urinary infections, a common but manageable condition that if left untreated can trigger pre-term labour blood tests to check your blood type particularly Rh status , iron levels, blood sugars for gestational diabetes , rubella German measles immunity, and other infections such as HIV , hepatitis B and syphilis general maternal health and wellbeing checks , including a discussion of concerns you might have about your pregnancy or general health, and a medication review including natural or alternative medicines to check for safety during pregnancy How to stay healthy Staying healthy is doubly important during pregnancy.
Get support — ask your partner, a friend or a family member to go with you to health checks. Are your vaccinations up to date? Immunisation is important, and several vaccines are funded for pregnant women under the National Immunisation Program.
Speak to your doctor for guidance. Your doctor or midwife can help you access a range of support services, not just for medical concerns - for example, if you feel you are at risk of violence or you are feeling vulnerable during your pregnancy. Your pregnancy journey Follow your pregnancy week-by-week to find out how your baby is growing and what is happening to your body.
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Each week of pregnancy includes a description of your baby's development, as well as an explanation of the changes taking place in your body. You'll also find important medical info that will help keep you and your baby healthy. After you announce your pregnancy, the first question you'll probably be asked is "When are you due?
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