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What else do we do in the 2ww but obsess. Now realistically you can only feel any PG symptoms once the fertilized egg has implanted. Once the fertilized egg implants, hCG is produced. Implantation usually happens between 6dpo – 10dpo. Bearing in mind it can happen as late at 12dpo as well. If we go by that, then in all truth you can actually start feeling PG symptoms as soon as implantation occurs. Or at least feel as if you are experiencing PG symptoms. Of course you wouldn’t be able to confirm those “symptoms” until you actually confirm PG. Other wise you blame all those hopeful signs on PMS or increasing progesterone.

Your Period is late?

This is the most encouraging sign of pregnancy - especially if, like many women, your cycles are spot on regular every month. If you've missed your period, it is most likely time to take a home pregnancy test. (Unless you have already been testing for a few days before your period due date)

The famous Morning sickness or any time of day sickness?

They say about one-half of all pregnant women experience some form of nausea or vomiting in early pregnancy. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always experience "morning" sickness in the morning. Many women experience nausea in the evening or in the afternoon.

Not making the evening news?

Feeling very tired towards the end of the day/ late afternoon. Remember growing a baby is a lot of hard work.

A little spotting?

It is not uncommon to notice a bit of spotting around 8-10 days after you ovulated. This is also known as the famous implantation spotting/bleeding. Please note you do not have to have spotting in order to be PG. A lot of woman never experience implantation bleeding.

Increased cervical mucus?

In the beginning of pregnancy, mucus begins to accumulate around the opening of the cervix to form the mucous plug; this forms a barrier that helps protect the growing baby during its development. As a result of this, you may notice an increase of CM.

What about sore breasts?

Experiencing sensitive breasts or nipples can be another sign that you may be pregnant. Breast sensitivity is a common in the early stages pregnancy. Along with sensitivity, many women report their breasts increasing in size or “feeling fuller”.

Find yourself going to the loo more often?

Due to the pressure and growing baby in your uterus, your bladder will start running out of space to expand like it once did. Making  you feel like you need to go pee more often. You may also notice some bloating.

What smells?

Another sign of PG could be an aversion to certain smells or a more increased sense of smell.

Increasing amount of Headaches...

Due to your increasing hormones, you may find yourself suffering from more frequent headaches.

Argh, constipation?

Certain hormones which are present in early pregnancy relax your intestines and slow down the digestive process. Therefore you could experience some constipation.

Your BBT staying at a constant high?

If you have been charting your BBT, then you might notice that your temps aren’t dropping towards the end of your 2ww. Usually a raised BBT for 18 days after ovulation is possibly a good indicator of pregnancy.

Crying at a drop of a hat?

A lot of women find themselves very emotional in the early stages. Most events are accompained by tears and tissues.  

There are plenty more early symptoms of pregnancy that each woman experiences. Some are unique to them and not necessarily the “norm”. Some may experience heartburn, skin breakouts, bad hair days and even some cases of extreme hunger.

Also important to remember, just because you don't have any of the above symptoms does not mean that you aren't pregnant. Most pregnancy symptoms are only noticible after 6 weeks.