First month of pregnancy: symptoms and advice on how to behave
The first month of pregnancy, in many cases, goes almost unnoticed. In the first few weeks, there are symptoms that you may notice, which could make you think of a pregnancy. There are many cases in which the first month, and even the second, are almost completely asymptomatic. In case you have any suspicions, the first thing to do is a pregnancy test. It is 99% reliable, and the great advantage is that of the immediate result. You can get tested about ten days after the alleged fertilization or a few days after the alleged return of the period (at least three days), which will confirm your pregnancy. Next, you should ask your gynecologist to prescribe blood tests - the results will tell with absolute certainty if you are pregnant.
The nine months of pregnancy in one minute
In this amazing video, you can discover in just a minute the development of the fetus month by month, from the moment of conception to the moment just before delivery. The embryo, at first only a group of cells, gradually develops into a fetus, and finally into a real child, ready to come into the world.
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The evolution of the fetus in the first month
During the first month, the egg is now implanted in the uterine mucosa. The development of the fetus at this stage already involves the formation of the first organs, such as the heart and stomach. A rudimentary nervous system is also formed, which will continue to develop until the ninth month, with the development of the brain. The limbs, at this stage, are only small protuberances. In the initial phase, we still speak of an embryo, and not a fetus.
The risks in the first month of pregnancy
During the first month, it can happen that you have a miscarriage, as happens to 20% of women. It is in fact the greatest risk to be faced. It manifests itself through the loss of sensations related to pregnancy and the appearance of continuous blood loss (but be careful: blood loss can also be completely normal). If so, consult your gynecologist right away.
First month of pregnancy: what to do and what not to do
To avoid risks and experience a peaceful pregnancy, there are some basic rules you should follow. First of all, be cautious, avoiding too vigorous or violent sports, which increase the risk of miscarriage. Skiing, martial arts, horse riding are strongly discouraged. In some cases it is better not to make long journeys by car. As for nutrition and habits, stop smoking immediately, if you have not already done so, and reduce your consumption of tea and coffee. Eliminate spirits, and only allow yourself half a glass of wine every now and then. Nutrition during pregnancy is important, so you should immediately start following some rules and prohibitions, such as eating raw foods to avoid the risk of toxoplasmosis. Another risk to avoid by adopting good behaviors immediately is that of hypertension: avoid foods with too much sodium (salt) and keep blood pressure under control. Consume fiber, vegetables and fruit to get as many vitamins as possible. If you ever experience nausea or headaches, typical symptoms of early pregnancy, always consult your doctor before taking medications, as many of them, such as aspirin, are prohibited or strongly discouraged during pregnancy.
