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When you’re trying to conceive, the first sign that you have probably succeeded is when you’re late or miss your period. You’re doubtful if you are pregnant so the next thing you do is buy a pregnancy test to pee on to confirm your hunch. Sometimes, you’re right, and sometimes, it’s just a delayed period because of other external factors. But either way, when you’re pregnant, some signs let you know even before you pee on a stick. No, we are not talking about your gut. But we asked 15 moms about their symptoms of pregnancy, and we got some interesting answers. Scroll below to read:
- “I sleep like a baby every night, and nothing can wake me up. But I started waking up in the middle of the night because I had to pee. My breasts got heavy, and I knew there was something off. It was something I never felt before.” – Anne
- “I love coffee, and the smell of fresh coffee is my jam. But I woke up one day and suddenly hated the smell of it. It was strange.” – Beth
- “Having to pee way more than I normally do was one of the first symptoms. Then came the bouts of hunger that never stopped.” – Christina
- “I gagged when I brushed my teeth. It was weird.” – Grace
- “My breasts were sore. Very very sore. It would hurt even when I gently touched them while taking a shower.” – Andrea
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- “I had the weirdest cravings. I wanted to eat a burrito every day and never got tired of it. For someone who likes variety, this is something new.” – Katlyn
- “Always felt bloated. I even reduced my salt intake because I didn’t like feeling that way. But nothing changed.” – Sharon
- “I had a lot of itching. It was one of my symptoms, and it was so strange. But my breasts, hands, legs, and neck were so itchy, and it would never feel alright. It happened with all three pregnancies.” – Alisha
- “Everything made me cry. I would see an aged man walking down the street, and tears would roll down my face. I cried once because the custard apple in my fruit bowl was a little too ripe. Yes, that’s how ridiculous it was. My emotions were all over the place.” – Tanya
- “I developed an aversion towards chicken. It happened for all my three pregnancies. I love chicken, and the minute I start to hate it, I know I’m with a child in my belly.” – Ava
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- “Rage, rage, and more rage! I couldn’t help myself, and my poor husband was a victim every time.” – Nikita
- “I was obsessed with apples. Anything with apples would make me drool. Apple cider vinegar, apple pie, apple juice, steamed apples, or just raw juicy apples. It happened during all my pregnancies.” – Cathy
- “Always exhausted. I would be fast asleep by 8 p.m. every night. During my first pregnancy, I didn’t know this was a thing. But when I noticed the same pattern for the second time, I knew I was pregnant. The plus side was that I would get close to 12 hours of sleep every night.” – Jessica
- “The only juice I wanted to drink was orange juice. Normally I’m not too fond of the taste of orange juice, but my taste buds were so off. I even combined some foods to make funky combinations to satisfy my cravings.” – Zoey
- “My skin cleared out. All my acne spots and dark circles disappeared, and I was glowing. I didn’t need makeup for a long time, and it was probably the only time my skin looked so good.” – Alicia
You don’t always have to take a test to know you are pregnant. You notice some signs, and you’ll know it in your heart, just like these moms here. What unusual symptoms did you experience when you were pregnant? We would love to hear your stories. Share them with us in the comments below.
