Motherhood is one of the most cherished things for a woman. It completes the cycle of life and enriches us with a life changing experience. There is sense of great pride in the accomplishment. It takes nine months of care and patience to give birth to a child. A woman goes through a lot of significant pregnancy changes. It is very essential to know what these are. It could save from you from misunderstandings and confusion. It is imperative to know about this subject.

Major Signs And Developments

• Tender Breasts- The breasts are more sensitive and swollen. They are tender to touch. Also when the size increases later in the pregnancy, there is itchiness of the skin due to stretching.
• Darkening of areolas- There is a darkening of the areolas, the circles around the nipples. With time they get big and dark in color. The little bumps around the nipples are also more pronounced.
• Missed period- There is a missed or late menstrual period. This is one of the prominent pregnancy changes in women who have regular periods.
• Morning Sickness- This is a widely known aspect of motherhood. When you wake up, you feel nausea or a tendency to vomit and general sickness. Although painful, this is a natural thing, but in some cases it might become unbearable. There are pills available to reduce the pain. However you must consult your doctor about the quantity and type of dosages. 
•  Spotting- You feel cramps due to implantation bleeding. There are stains of a pink or brown color.
  Taste alterations- There is a feeling of loss of taste. The taste buds become a bit insensitive and you feel less excitement for tasty foods.
• Fatigue- This is also a common observation. The body feels tired and overworked in everyday situations. This fatigue is extreme for some women.
• Frequent urination- Hormonal affects result in the production of more liquids inside the body.
• Constipation, heartburn and headaches- The body is gearing up to handle the growth of the baby.
• The gradual process of growth leaves some side effects like inflammation, digestive strain, and mental stress. You should remain calm as these pregnancy changes diminish once the body gets into the correct mode.
• Food Cravings- You start eating lot of food and there is a significant urge to eat. The reason for this craving is that the body is supplying nutrients to the baby.

After a few months, body weight usually starts increasing. There is a clear expansion in the belly and the breasts. You must understand that the body overworks during the growth of the fetus. Pregnancy changes put more strain on the organs that function to support the new life. The processes of respiration and digestion are more pronounced. You should not however worry much as stress is not good for the baby either. Instead you should rest considerably and engage in light activities.

Many women experience dreams in which their fears and anxieties are more heightened. This is a common phenomenon. A simple solution to handle nightmares is to ignore them and stop brooding about negative things. Positive feelings can bring lot of good effects. Pregnancy changes can be testing times but you should try to remain confident and cheerful. Patience is the keyword. After months of anticipation and hardship, the gift you get makes you forget about everything else. All the precaution and care is worth every second.