My Child
Pregnancy: Changes by trimester

First Trimester

Menstruation stops

Breast changes - fuller, tenderness, darkening of the nipple area

Fatigue or feeling faint

Bloated feeling

Increased urination

Increased vaginal discharge

Nausea and/or vomiting

Nasal congestion and nosebleeds

Skin changes

Changes in weight

Mood swings


Second Trimester

Backache

Braxton Hicks contractions

Breast changes - usually less tender

Constipation

Hemorrhoids

Headache

Increased urination

Increased vaginal discharge

Heartburn

Itching

Nasal congestion, nosebleeds, bleeding from gums

Numbness

Shortness of breath

Skin changes

A dark line from the top of pubic area to the navel or higher

Varicose veins

Leg cramps

Food cravings

Weight gain

Mood swings


Third Trimester

Backache

Braxton Hicks contractions

Breast changes

Constipation

Hemorrhoids

Fatigue

Headache

Increased urination

Increased vaginal discharge

Heartburn

Itching

Leg cramps

Nasal congestion and nosebleeds

Numbness

Shortness of breath

Skin changes, stretch marks

Swelling

Varicose veins

Insomnia or light sleep

Mood swings