Early symptoms of pregnancy can be very much varied from woman to woman and the time or onset of these symptoms is also different. Breast tenderness in early pregnancy is one of the many symptoms of pregnancy. The other symptoms are a feeling of nausea especially in the mornings, vomiting sensation, fatigue, a swollen feeling, sudden dislike of certain food items and odors and missed menses.
This symptom sets in about a month after conception and lingers till the end of the third month. This unusual feeling disappears after that though the breasts still feel different and a little heavier than normal. For some women the soreness lingers till the end of pregnancy.
Facts about breast tenderness: Breast tenderness in early pregnancy is definitely a sign of pregnancy for many women and is felt earlier than a missed menstrual cycle. However for some women breast tenderness is a symptom of onset of menses and for them this sign may go unnoticed until the missed menses occur.
During this time the breasts are very tender and extremely sensitive to touch. Even clothing like tight tops or bra feels uncomfortable. For women who are well endowed the breasts become heavier and any physical exercise can be exhausting. Even walking up a flight of stairs can make them breathless and tired. Sleeping on the stomach becomes impossible during this time. Touching or feeling of breasts or nipples during sexual intercourse is best avoided since the pain it causes may result in the female partner not enjoying the sex. But, do understand that while this can be uncomfortable and painful breast tenderness in early pregnancy is very normal.
Causes: Bodily functions and many parts of the body undergo a lot of change during pregnancy. Breasts become tender, swollen and heavy, pelvic portion expands and you put on weight. All these are caused due to increased production of hormones progesterone and estrogen. The increased levels of hormones allows increased blood flow in all parts of the body especially organs connected to reproduction and motherhood.
There is growth in the breast of milk ducts and cells which produce milk. As these changes take place layers of fat get deposited beneath the breast and tissues in the breast will develop and grow and change the shape of the breast.
Sensations and changes: An itchy feeling in the breast accompanied by tingling and throbbing sensation. The size of the beast increases by one or two cup sizes, nipple becomes extra sensitive, heavy feeling of the breast, sometimes burning sensation and very sensitive during sex. These are some of the changes felt in breast tenderness in early pregnancy.
Some Breast Care Tips: Do not wear anything but cotton bras. Buy larger sizes to suit the growth or have them custom made for you. Try not to wear wired bras and try to sleep with a bra on for supporting the breast. Wash your breasts with warm water for soothing effect and if possible soak yourself in warm water for sometime for overall benefit. Remember that breast tenderness in early pregnancy is quite common and you just have to take some special care until your term is over.
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