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What are some unusual signs of early pregnancy?

Jennifer Butt, MD
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Jennifer Butt, MD, is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist operating her private practice, Upper East Side OB/GYN, in New York City, New York. She is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. She earned a BA in Biological Studies from Rutgers University and an MD from Rutgers – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She then completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Dr. Butt is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the American Medical Association.

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Your tastes might change. For example, you may normally think, “I love eating salad and vegetables and everything like that,” and all of a sudden, the sight of a salad or lettuce is really unappetizing.

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What are some common myths of signs you're pregnant?

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Jennifer Butt, MD, is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist operating her private practice, Upper East Side OB/GYN, in New York City, New York. She is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. She earned a BA in Biological Studies from Rutgers University and an MD from Rutgers – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She then completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Dr. Butt is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the American Medical Association.

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What are the early signs of pregnancy?

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Jennifer Butt, MD, is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist operating her private practice, Upper East Side OB/GYN, in New York City, New York. She is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. She earned a BA in Biological Studies from Rutgers University and an MD from Rutgers – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She then completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Dr. Butt is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the American Medical Association.

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If somebody misses their period or is late, it could be a pregnancy. Other common symptoms are nausea, food aversions, and tiredness.

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Is it okay if a person has no symptoms of pregnancy?

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Some people may have no symptoms. For example, they may not have nausea. But that does not mean their pregnancy is less healthy than somebody who is very nauseous.

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Are aching nipples a sign of pregnancy?

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Yes, aching nipples can be a sign of pregnancy. Your breasts can be tender and sore, as well.

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Can I get pregnant while I'm breastfeeding a 5 months old baby?

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Yes, you can get pregnant while breastfeeding. If you don't want another baby right now, you'll need to use birth control.

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