Common Pregnancy Discomforts - What Are They?
Andrew Levin
During your pregnancy, you may suffer a few discomforts. Most of these discomforts are normal and mainly caused by hormone changes. However consult your doctor for better assurance.
Cramps
It can be caused by calcium deficiency. You can try to massage the affected area to ease the pain. Alternatively you can walk around for a bit to improve your circulation. You can also ask your doctor to prescribe calcium supplements.
Hard to breath
The growing baby puts pressure on your diaphragm and prevents you from breathing freely. This usually happens in the later stage of your pregnancy. Hard to breath can also be caused by anemia.
Bleeding gums
Your gums become softer and more easily injured in pregnancy. They may become inflamed and allow plague to collect at the base of your teeth. This can lead to gum disease and tooth decay.
Constipation
This is caused by the progesterone, one of the pregnancy hormone, relaxes the muscles of your intestine, which slows down bowel movements. Eat a lot more high fiber food and drink plenty of water.
Stretch marks
This happens if you skin stretches beyond its normal elasticity. Try to put moisturizer on your skin to make it more elastic.
Frequent urination
This is caused by the womb pressing on your bladder. Bear with it since it's often relieved in your second trimester.
Morning sickness
Avoid any strong smells and spicy food. Eating saltine crackers may ease your nausea.
Rash
Usually happens in overweight women that perspire freely. Wash and dry the are often. Wear loose clothes.
Difficult to sleep
It may be cause of frequent urination, your baby keeps on kicking, or the size of the bulge makes it difficult to get comfortable in bed.
Leaking urine
It's usually caused by weak pelvic floor muscles, or your growing baby pressing on your bladder.
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About The Author
Andrew Levin is a Pregnancy Specialist and owner of Healthy Pregnancy Guide. You can instantly get access to a FREE "5 Tips To A Healthy and Happy Pregnancy " Mini eCourse ($17 value) by visiting http://AndrewLevins.com/pregnancysymptoms
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