by Mardie Caldwell, COAP

You woke up this morning feeling a little run down, the thought crosses your mind—I wonder what the early signs of pregnancy are? Yikes! Your mind races back a few days, then weeks. Of course, pregnancy comes with some very obvious signs, such as a missed period, but you may want to look for some not-so-obvious signs. So, take a deep breath and let’s go over them.

A missed period alone does not necessarily mean that you are pregnant. Sometimes stress can cause your menstrual cycle to become irregular. Excessive exercise, a new job, a move, a recent breakup or a change in medication might also disturb your cycle. But if you have other signs in addition to a missed period, you may want to consult your healthcare provider.

So what are the early signs of pregnancy your should check for? Click to keep reading...