Thursday, January 19, 2012

Post pregnancy body changes

An expanding waistline is expected to be brought about by pregnancy. However, many women are very surprised by the bodily changes that have been brought about.  They experience many pregnancy body changes. This includes weight gain, heartburn and stretch marks.

1. Body aches
As there is expansion of uterus, a woman will feel pains and aches in the back, groin area and abdomen. Backaches are also experienced by many women near the pelvic bone. Some of them also complain of sciatica.

2. Breast changes
There is an increase in the size of breasts of a woman and fullness during pregnancy. As the due date will approach, the breasts will become bigger and a woman can be prepared for breastfeeding. The breasts may feel tender, heavy and full.

3. Constipation
Many pregnant women complain of constipation. Signs of constipation include dry stools, hard stools and less than three bowel movements per week. Sometimes, painful bowel movements are experienced.  Many a times, higher levels of hormones are noticed during pregnancy. The digestion is slowed down and the muscles can be relaxed. The bowels leave the women constipated. This is one of the most common pregnancy body changes.

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