Symptom of Pregnancy
symptoms
Interactive symptom chart
Frankly Pregnant
Mouse over the pregnancy symptom you're experiencing and see if it's normal. You'll love this funny, no-nonsense chart.
Certain symptoms might immediately cause you to suspect pregnancy. However, there might be other explanations for things like a missed period. Learn the early signs and what else they can mean here.
The first signs
Mayo Clinic
Think you might be pregnant? There are symptoms that might appear even before that stick turns blue. Find out here if you're experiencing any of these early pregnancy symptoms.
Week by week pregnancy guide
Sure Baby
This handy week by week guide tells you not only what is going on with your baby, but what symptoms you might be experiencing, as well.
Oh, my aching back
Cleveland Clinic
Unfortunately, some pregnancy symptoms are less than pleasant. Consult this chart to find your symptom, what could be causing it and a suggestion for alleviating it.
self-help
Coping with unplanned pregnancy
Planned Parenthood
If your symptoms suggest you could be pregnant and you're not sure you want to be, this is the link for you. Your options are discussed in a sensitive, supportive way.
Take this quiz to see if your symptoms are consistent with pregnancy. This doesn't take the place of an actual pregnancy test, but should hold you over until you get to the drugstore.
You didn't know what you were in for when you became pregnant! Learn about cheeseburger crotch, gas and all the other embarrassing symptoms your mother never warned you about here.
What it's really like
Baby Snark
New moms relate what symptoms they experienced during early pregnancy here. The top symptom? Feeling like you're about to start your period.
Taking that test
Baby Center
If your symptoms make you think you might be pregnant, you'll want to take a home pregnancy test. Learn all about how one works, where to get it and how accurate the results are here.
risks
The danger of ectopic pregnancy
New York Times
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fetus begins to develop outside the uterus. This condition can be very dangerous to a woman, so know what symptoms you should look out for.
When to call the doctor
Baby Center
Pregnancy can mean a lot of discomforts, but there are certain symptoms that require a medical professional. Learn when you need to pick up the phone here.
alternatives
Contraception myths
Sexuality and You
You're experiencing some pregnancy symptoms, but could you be pregnant if you douched after sex? The answer is yes. Find out some other myths and birth control realities here.


