The symptoms usually continue for about 6 weeks, then subside as the second trimester begins. A very small percentage of women will have some degree of nausea and vomiting throughout their entire pregnancy. Even if you are one of the lucky ones to escape the nausea of pregnancy, chances are that you will experience at least one other symptom associated with your pregnancy. Most women report easy fatigability throughout the first trimester. Again, the energy levels typically increase as the second trimester begins.
Breast changes are also common in early pregnancy.
Many women will have breast tenderness, which may or may not be associated with an increase in breast size. M.D. Click here to Ask Dr. Sanchez your pregnancy questions . Dr Sanchez lives with her husband and two boys ages 6 and 2 in Mandeville, Louisinana. She completed her residency through the Tulane University Medical School Residency Program. She also received a Surgical Excellence Award.