Where do we even begin?
If you want to have a baby, these changes can feel totally worth it.
Nausea and vomiting
Shocker, we know.
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This is usuallynot harmful to the pregnancy, but isnt exactly a delightful experience.
High hCG levels can contribute to the process of nausea and vomiting, she says.
Estrogen, another hormone that increases during pregnancy, may also cause morning sickness, theMayo Clinicsays.
If youre dealing with this, there are a few things you could do.
If your nausea and vomiting are really impacting your life, see your doctor.
They may prescribe antiemetic drugs to control your symptoms.
Constipation
Constipationcan certainly be an issue during pregnancy.
This nutrient makes your poop softer and easier to expel.
(Thatll likely be between 25 and 28 grams.)
Going all in too quickly can result in issues likegasand cramping.
If that doesnt do the trick, talk to your doctor.
Stool softeners aregenerally considered OK to use during pregnancyjust get your doctors OK first.
Talk to your doctor before using any medication to double-check the one youre interested in is safe during pregnancy.
These can cause pain and bleeding when you poop.
All that pushing can rip your fragile skin.
The best ways to do that?
Drum roll…take a stab at drink more fluids and increase your fiber intake.
As a not-at-all-welcome bonus, heartburn can also causeexcessive burping.
(Common items include spicy or fried foods, citrus fruits, and chocolate, theMayo Clinicsays.
The pain can last anywhere from several minutes to a few hours, theMayo Clinicsays.
There are a few reasons why you might have gallstones during pregnancy.
At the same time,progesterone slows the rate at which your gallbladder empties, she says.
This combination can ultimately cause changes in bile consistency, resulting in gallstones in pregnancy, she says.
They may give you medication to give a shot to manage the pain, Dr. Staller says.
Surgery to remove the gallbladder is also acommon treatment for this issueand is generallysafe during pregnancy.
Your body can do weird things when youre pregnant.
Theyre there to help.
