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So you have taken a home pregnancy test and gotten a positive result. Now is the time to schedule an appointment with your doctor. Even if you do not know for certain that you are pregnant, if you believe that you are then you should go ahead and schedule an appointment with your doctor. Most doctors will want you to make an appointment to confirm your pregnancy. This is normally done with a urine or blood test or possibly both. Once your pregnancy is confirmed, your doctor will ask about the first day of your last menstrual period and offer you a tentative due date. He or she will also let you know about how far along you are.

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If you do not get the vitamins and minerals you need during your pregnancy, you and your baby could suffer. Eating healthy during your pregnancy includes getting the right amount of calories as well as vitamins and minerals and proteins. Prenatal nutrition is critical for the health of your unborn child as well as your general health. While your doctor will likely prescribe you with prenatal vitamins, nothing can replace healthy eating.

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Most pregnant women develop stretch marks or streaks on the skin surface. Stretch marks can vary in color depending on the natural color of the skin and normally show up on the abdomen during pregnancy. You may also notice stretch marks on your breasts, thighs, hips and buttocks. Stretch marks are caused by the skin stretching at a faster than normal pace, which is common with pregnancy. When the collagen of the skin tears or separates, a stretch mark will appear. They are not painful and many fade after a certain amount of time.

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Pregnancy can be a wonderful time. Anticipating the arrival of your new bundle of joy can fill you with a number of emotions. Unfortunately, pregnancy can also be uncomfortable at times. You will begin to notice aches and pains during your pregnancy that may at times seem to be unbearable. Most of these pains are completely normal and are no cause for alarm, although if you are unsure it is always safest to check with your doctor.

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