Common Pregnancy Complaints and Questions



What are the first symptoms of pregnancy?

How long after conception does the fertilized egg implant?

What is the most accurate pregnancy test to use?

Is cramping during pregnancy normal?

Why do pregnant women feel tired?

When do the postural changes of pregnancy occur?

When do changes in the pelvic contour occur?

When is fetal movement usually felt?

What kind of breast changes are normal during pregnancy?

How much does the uterus grow during pregnancy?

Is it normal to secrete milk from the breast prior to delivery?

Why do women undergo skin pigmentation changes during pregnancy?

Do ocular changes occur in pregnancy?

Why does acne increase during pregnancy?

Will changes in headache patterns occur during pregnancy?

Is feeling the heart racing a common occurrence during pregnancy?

What are common respiratory system changes during pregnancy?

Is gallbladder disease more common during pregnancy?

Is liver disease more common during pregnancy?

What hair changes are common during pregnancy?

How do sleep patterns change in pregnancy?

What are the most common dietary complaints during pregnancy?

Should certain foods be avoided during pregnancy?

Can women safely eat fish while pregnant?

What is the recommended weight gain in pregnancy?

Do older fathers have an increased risk of fathering children with birth defects?

Should travel be restricted during pregnancy?

Can pregnant women go to the dentist?

Why is heartburn more common during pregnancy?

Why is back pain prevalent during pregnancy and can it be treated?

Is sexual intercourse safe during pregnancy?

Why do women get varicose veins during pregnancy?

Why are urinary tract infections more common during pregnancy?

How can stretch marks be prevented?

What kind of exercise can women engage in during pregnancy?

Should women restrict work during pregnancy?

Which form of psychoprophylaxis is the best and what are their differences?

What is the ACOG's position on home births?

What are the benefits of water birth?

When will the uterus return to normal size?

When can women resume sexual intercourse after pregnancy?