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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
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What should I do if I’m pregnant?
The most important thing to do if you think you are pregnant is to make an appointment with your health care provider. It's very important for you to get medical care as early as possible so you will have a healthy pregnancy. Start right away on a multivitam (if you weren’t already taking one) and make sure you don’t drink alcohol, take drugs, or smoke. If you become pregnant, you will have important decisions to make.
What will happen to my body if I get pregnant?
There are many changes that will happen inside your body if you become pregnant. It takes your body a lot of energy to be pregnant. You may feel very tired, extra hungry, or nauseous. Your breasts may enlarge and tender, and you may have stomach pains similar to menstrual cramps.
Are teens more at risk for health problems?
- Pregnant teens have a greater chance of having health problems than adult women. This is true because they are still growing and have more nutritional needs, and they often wait longer than they should to get the prenatal care they need. Sometimes teens may smoke, drink alcohol, or use drugs (illegal, prescription, or over-the-the counter) and not know they are pregnant
- Teens who become pregnant are at a higher risk than women for having complications including; health problems (anemia, high blood pressure, diabetes, premature labor), social and emotional problems (loss of support from parent(s)/guardian(s) or partner, depression, feelings of being alone), housing and money issues - unable to afford rent, buy things such as diapers, clothing, and food.
Will I have my period if I am pregnant?
When you are pregnant the lining of your uterus does not break down, so you will not have your your mentrual flow (your period). However, some pregnant women have “spotting” (bleeding which is lighter than a period). Sometimes this spotting is mistaken for a period, and the woman doesn't realize she's pregnant. Spotting sometimes happens for the first few months of a pregnancy. If you are spotting and there’s a chance that you could be pregnant, it is very important to let your healthcare provider know!
Will I have morning sickness if I’m pregnant?
Morning sickness is the queasy feeling some women get when they are pregnant. Some women may throw up. However, not all pregnant women have morning sickness—some never get it. Pregnant women who do have morning sickness usually feel much better after the first trimester (first 3 months of pregnancy). Although people call this queasy feeling “morning sickness”, it can happen at any time of the day or night.
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Updated: 6/4/2010
