The beautiful symptoms of pregnancy
During pregnancy we often talk (and perhaps too much) about negative symptoms such as nausea, back pain, exhaustion. For once, however, we will focus only on the beautiful symptoms of pregnancy which are not few and fortunately they are also those that are imprinted in our memory.
For example, one of the things I miss most about pregnancy is that elective relationship I had with my children, it was me and them: I felt them move, kick, I felt when they had hiccups, I understood when they were sleeping or when they appreciated the music I was listening.
In short, that putting your hand on your belly and stroking the soccer, knee or back depending on how they were, I miss it even now that it’s already been 7 years since the last pregnancy!
But there are also many other positive notes that bring with them the nine months of gestation, here are the main ones:
Shinier and thicker hair
Pregnancy hormones often lead to uncomfortable symptoms, including constipation . But they also bring a benefit to our hair which becomes more beautiful. Not falling with the usual rhythms, they also appear thicker. In short, you could find yourself with shampoo advertising-proof hair.
Stronger nails
Changes in blood circulation and hormone levels can cause nail growth to increase. Taking prenatal vitamin supplements can also promote this growth.
Bigger breasts
I too confirm this symptom since I was starting from a second and I found myself with a fifth bra at the end of the pregnancy! Even too much in my case but at the end of breastfeeding I sadly returned to my usual second.
Brighter skin
For some expectant mothers, the increase in blood volume in the circulation results in a beautiful rosy color of the cheeks that prevents us from resorting to make-up!
Greater sensitivity
Our brain undergoes specific modifications during pregnancy. It is true that on the one hand we find it more difficult to concentrate but on the other we become much more attentive and sensitive to prepare ourselves for caring for the baby and therefore become more ready to respond to his needs.
No periods
Symptom obvious but not trivial! No PMS, jitters, tampons, pads and cups for nine months! A hoot!
Better sex
It seems that pregnancy for many couples also brings a breath of fresh air in bed. Women become more sensitive and reach orgasm more easily.
Baby footballs
Am I a real symptom? Yes! Whenever the baby kicks , our body reacts by increasing the heart rate and also kicks help strengthen the mother-child bond but also with the father when he starts to feel them too.
And you, have you experienced other pleasant symptoms? Tell us about your experience!
Kathryn Barlow is an OB/GYN doctor, which is the medical specialty that deals with the care of women's reproductive health, including pregnancy and childbirth.
Obstetricians provide care to women during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, while gynecologists focus on the health of the female reproductive system, including the ovaries, uterus, vagina, and breasts. OB/GYN doctors are trained to provide medical and surgical care for a wide range of conditions related to women's reproductive health.