Signs of pregnancy in the uterus

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Signs of pregnancy in the uterus will appear after the egg is successfully fertilized. This is an important turning point in deciding whether a woman is pregnant or not. Because when the egg does not implant in the uterus but in another location, it will be dangerous to the health of the woman.

1. Some signs of pregnancy into the uterus in women

It takes 9-12 days for the egg to be fertilized, after which the embryo will travel to the uterus and implant there. It takes about 38-40 weeks for an embryo to develop into a baby and be born. When the egg enters and implants in the uterus, there are usually signs:
Vaginal bleeding shows that the egg has implanted in the uterus This is the most recognizable sign of pregnancy in the uterus. Because the lining of the uterus is rich in blood and nutrients, when the embryo implants in the uterus, it will cause vaginal bleeding.
The characteristics of the pregnancy blood can be seen such as: light pink blood may be brownish, not as much as menstruation. Light bleeding time can be erratic within 2-3 days, which can make you understand what to do with short periods.
Abdominal pain informs that the egg has implanted in the uterus The pain mainly appears in the lower abdomen and back, sometimes seeing uterine contractions. They can last a few days with mild and minimal pain. In case of persistent pain, it is necessary to visit a medical center to be examined and found the problem.
Changes in the breasts When you notice that your breasts are tight, painful or tender, it can also be a sign of successful pregnancy into the uterus, sometimes it can be confused with the arrival of a period. Hormonal changes are the cause of this condition. Counting from the day 7 days after the missed period, seeing the above signs means that the embryo has been implanted in the uterus.
Body cramps or cramps Cramps are also one of the signs that the pregnancy is attached to the uterus. During the first 2-3 days the cramps usually appear in the abdomen and back, they are usually quite mild, not too intense. In case of prolonged and painful cramps, seek medical help.
There are changes in body temperature When the fetus is implanted, the blood in the body will circulate faster than usual and the blood formation process will also take place faster. In addition, metabolic processes also take place faster than normal. Therefore, pregnant women will feel hot and sweaty. This may take up to 50 minutes or more.
Pregnant women their blood pressure will increase with body temperature. When this process takes place, pregnant women may experience loss of appetite or other psychological changes. There are many cases of signs of nausea or increased urination within 1 week. The cause is the implantation of the fetus in the uterus, putting pressure on the pelvic area.

2. What should pregnant women do when there are signs of pregnancy in the uterus?

When there are signs of pregnancy or know that she is pregnant, the mother needs to take better care of her body, especially nutrition. Specifically:
Having a scientific diet and supplementing with nutrients When having a healthy and safe diet, a pregnant woman's hormones will become balanced, improving the health of the mucosal area. uterus. Pregnant women should use foods rich in fiber to help support the digestive process as well as the body's metabolism and promote estrogen levels. Dark green vegetables (cabbage, kale), whole grains, and flaxseed should be the top choices.
Prioritize the use of foods that warm the body. Due to the increased body temperature, the uterus warms up, creating the ideal conditions for the fetus to develop. Some foods have this effect such as cinnamon, ginger, chili, stews or soups,... Foods that improve hormones in the body are coconut oil, cod liver oil,...
Keep the mind In the early days, women often tend to worry, nervous, expect results. However, these emotions can cause the body to produce hormones that prevent conception. Therefore, at this stage should keep the spirit stable, do other work to forget this feeling.
Get enough sleep Getting enough 7-8 hours a day not only makes the body feel comfortable but also helps pregnant women increase the likelihood of successful conception.
Exercise Exercise Limit exercises that are heavy or require high intensity. Should join yoga classes or switch to gentle activities like walking.
Each pregnancy often has different experiences and signs of pregnancy in the uterus. Therefore, regular health monitoring is extremely important. Because the earlier pregnancy is detected, the more attentive the preparation and care for the fetus will be.

In particular, the first 3 months are the most sensitive time during pregnancy. In order for mother and baby to be healthy, parents need to pay attention to:
Understand early signs of pregnancy, pregnancy poisoning, bleeding during pregnancy. Timely, correct and sufficient first prenatal check-up, avoiding too early/too late. Fetal malformation screening at 12 weeks detects dangerous fetal malformations that can be intervened early. Distinguish between normal vaginal bleeding and pathological vaginal bleeding for timely intervention to maintain pregnancy. Screening for thyroid disease in the first 3 months of pregnancy avoids dangerous risks before and during delivery. Vinmec currently has many maternity packages (12-27-36 weeks), in which the 12-week maternity package helps monitor the health of mother and baby right from the beginning of pregnancy, early detection and timely intervention of health issues. In addition to the usual services, the maternity monitoring program from 12 weeks has special services that other maternity packages do not have such as: Double Test or Triple Test to screen for fetal malformations; Quantitative angiogenesis factor test for preeclampsia; thyroid screening test; Rubella test; Testing for parasites transmitted from mother to child seriously affects the baby's brain and physical development after birth.
For more information about the 12-week maternity package and registration, you can contact the clinics and hospitals of Vinmec health system nationwide.

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