What to Expect at 3 Weeks Pregnant

At three weeks pregnant, many women have not even discovered that they are pregnant or they have just found out due to a missed period. By the time you are three weeks pregnant, your body will have already gone through fertilization and likely implantation. Different women will experience different effects of an early pregnancy. These are the most common signs and symptoms that women can expect at three weeks pregnant as well as what you can expect from your doctor.

  1. When to See the Doctor

    • When you discover you are pregnant, your doctor will want you to come in for a urine pregnancy test. If the test shows a negative then they may require a blood test to confirm the pregnancy. If your doctor is concerned about your hormone levels, he may also order blood work.

    Nausea

    • Nausea can begin by the three week mark, because your hormones begin working overtime right away. You may find that you are experiencing nausea only in the morning or all day long, or that you simply have an aversion to certain foods.

    Cramping

    • Cramping at three weeks pregnant is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. It usually occurs around implantation or may occur when you should be experiencing your period. If you experience cramping and bleeding, you need to contact your health care provider.

    Spotting

    • Spotting may occur during implantation and is known as implantation bleeding. It is also common to experience some spotting when your period should occur.

    Fatigue

    • This early in pregnancy, your hormones are already working overtime to get the embryo's development started and it can cause fatigue. You may get tired easily or still be tired after a nap or a night of sleep.

    Obstetrician Visits

    • Your obstetrician will want to see you after a positive pregnancy test, usually some time between six and 10 weeks into your pregnancy as long as you are healthy and have never had previous pregnancy complications.

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