Is it a Pregnancy or Just My Period?

Trying to tell the difference between an upcoming period and early signs of pregnancy can be confusing. The symptoms of both can be similar, so it is important to pay close attention to your body if you are trying to determine whether you are pregnant or not. Let’s take a look at how to tell if your period is coming or you may be pregnant.

You should take into consideration your menstrual cycle as the first thing

If you have a regular menstrual cycle, then tracking changes in the length of time between periods may help determine if a missed period is due to pregnancy or just another cycle change. If the length of time between periods is longer than usual, then this could indicate a possible pregnancy.

How do you know if your period is coming or your pregnant?

Another factor that can help distinguish between a period and pregnancy are the symptoms associated with each situation. When women get their periods, they typically experience cramps, bloating, and tender breasts—all of which can also be present during early stages of pregnancy. However, women who are pregnant will often experience more intense (or different) symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, frequent urination and heightened sense of smell. So if you find yourself experiencing any unusual physical changes or sensations that last for more than a few days before your period is set to arrive, then there may be cause for concern.

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home pregnancy tests are another way to see if your period is coming or if you may be pregnant. Most home tests involve taking a urine sample on the day that your period was due and analyzing it for any trace amounts of hCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin). This hormone doesn’t show up in urine until after fertilization has occurred and implantation has started; therefore having hCG present in a urine sample is likely an indication that you are pregnant.

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