Uncommon Symptoms of Pregnancy

There are quite a few uncommon symptoms of pregnancy that some women have. Most seem to know the common hints on how to tell if you're pregnant, such as missed periods, fatigue, nausea, increased appetite and breast tenderness. But in some cases, a woman can display quite the opposite signs.

Bleeding

Some woman don't actually miss a period at first. You may notice some spotting or even a light flow, usually within a few days after intercourse rather than the day you are actually due to menstruate. This is sometimes called "implantation bleeding." It refers to when the egg attaches to the uterine wall. In rare cases, a woman might even get lighter periods throughout her entire pregnancy.

Energy

Another uncommon symptom of pregnancy is increased energy instead of fatigue. Your rising hormone levels and other physical changes actually have your body feeling refreshed. This is where the "pregnant glow" sometimes comes in.

Eating Less

There are a lucky number of women who do not get morning sickness and actually feel healthier than before they were pregnant. A woman may even tend to eat less, especially when it comes to junk foods. It seems the body will actually start craving what is good for the mother and the baby growing inside rather than what is unhealthy.

Sensitive Breasts

Another one of the uncommon symptoms of pregnancy might mean that your breasts, though more tender, might have increased desire for being touched. Because of the increased blood flow to the area, some women can even orgasm off of nipple stimulation alone while they are pregnant.

Warning

Though all of these signs can happen during normal a gestational period, it is always best to consult your doctor if you feel nervous or uncomfortable at all. Trust your instincts if you feel something is not right. It is better to get checked out and be reassured that you are only just experiencing one of the uncommon symptoms of pregnancy.

Resources

• How to Tell If You're Pregnant