| Early Pregnancy Symptoms
The onset and degree of pregnancy symptoms will vary within women. Many women experience them within days of conception, others take a few weeks before pregnancy symptoms kick in and a lucky few feel no discomfort at all. The early pregnancy symptoms listed on this page generally can be felt once implantation occurs (8 - 10 days from ovulation) and will lessen after the first trimester.
It is frustrating to realize that many pregnancy symptoms are very similar to those that occur right before menstruating. However, combined with high temperatures and a longer luteal phase - they are key indications that you have achieved pregnancy success!
Emergency contraception pill now available over-the-counter
On August 24, 2006 the US Food and Drug Administration announced a change of status for the emergency contraceptive drug Plan B from prescription only to over the counter availability for women 18 years and older.
According to the FDA, "Plan B is emergency contraception, a backup method to birth control. It is in the form of two levonorgestrel pills that are taken by mouth after a contraceptive fails or after unprotected sex. Levonorgestrel is a synthetic hormone used in birth control pills for over 35 years."
Kellie Rohrvaugh, director of public affairs for Springfield's Planned Parenthood, stated that Plan B, which is the brand of this specific emergency contraception, "works exactly the same as birth control."
Rohrvaugh explained that Plan B is a stronger version of common birth control pills but is more effective the sooner is it taken after unprotected intercourse.
Dads-to-be get morning sickness too
Dads-to-be can suffer from morning sickness in similar ways to their partners, a new government guide to pregnancy has highlighted.The 2006 Pregnancy Book explains in its 'Mainly for men' chapter that morning sickness and postnatal depression can affect expectant fathers and offers some advice on what symptoms you should look out for."Believe it or not, men can get symptoms of pregnancy too! The most commonly reported ones are sleeplessness, indigestion and nausea," the Department of Health guide explains."They are probably caused by stress, but are no less uncomfortable for that."The chapter directed at dads-to-be includes advice on men's feelings during pregnancy and tips on how to support expectant mums throughout the experience.There's also advice on bringing your new baby home and reacting to changing emotions, moods and feelings that occur when you become a parent.
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