A pregnant woman experiences a range of physiological and emotional changes.
Physical Changes
Based on the provided information, a pregnant woman often experiences the following physical changes:
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Fatigue: Feeling tired is a common symptom.
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Nausea: Experiencing nausea, possibly leading to vomiting (morning sickness).
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Weight Gain: Typically gains 1 to 2 kilograms, although this can be less if experiencing morning sickness. This weight gain includes:
- The placenta (which feeds your baby)
- Breasts
- The uterus (womb)
- Increased blood volume
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Cardiovascular and Respiratory Changes: Her heartbeat and breathing rate become faster.
These changes are natural adaptations to support the growing fetus and prepare the body for childbirth.
