What are some signs of pregnancy besides a missed period?
Signs of pregnancy might include one or more (or none) of the following: breast tenderness or enlargement, nipple sensitiv ity, frequent urination, feeling unusually tired, nausea and / or vomiting, feeling bloated, cramps, increased or decreased appetite, and feeling more emotional than usual. (taken from Our Bodies, Ourselves, by the Boston Women’s Health Collective, 2005). I have experienced some light spotting. Could that be my period, or am I pregnant, or is it something else? A lighter, shorter or unusual period can be a sign of pregnancy. Some women experience a bit of spotting when the embryo is implanting. Unusual bleeding can also be attributed to some forms of birth control, such as the depo shot, or the same factors mentioned in question 1. Should I continue taking birth control if I suspect that I’m pregnant? It’s best to continue taking the pill until you have a positive pregnancy test or it is confirmed by your doctor. If you go off the pill, this is a good way to get pr