Am I Pregnant?

Am I Pregnant?

Wondering if you could be pregnant? Common early pregnancy symptoms include:1

  • A missed period
  • Frequent urination
  • Fatigue
  • Morning sickness (can include noon and night)
  • Sore, swollen breasts
  • Increased hunger, food cravings, and aversions
  • Bloating
  • Mood swings
  • Constipation

Pregnancy symptoms can vary from person to person and even from pregnancy to pregnancy.

    Woman looking at a pregnancy test wondering "Am I Pregnant?"
    Woman wondering "How Early Do Pregnancy Symptoms Start?"

    How Early Do Pregnancy Symptoms Start?

    It depends. Some people may notice pregnancy symptoms around the time of a missed period, while others may not experience symptoms until later.2 

    Pregnancy symptoms vary from person to person and even from pregnancy to pregnancy.2

    When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?

    You can take a pregnancy test as soon as you’ve missed your period. However, taking a test too soon may give you a false negative because your pregnancy hormone levels may not yet be high enough for the test to detect. Waiting several days after a missed period may provide a more accurate result.2

    A positive pregnancy test is an important first step, but an ultrasound can provide additional information about your pregnancy, including how far along you are and whether the pregnancy is developing in the uterus.

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    We’re Here to Help

    Daybreak LifeCare Center provides free pregnancy tests and free ultrasounds in Columbia, SC, along with a safe, compassionate place to explore all of your pregnancy options.

    Call us at 803-771-6634 or schedule your appointment online today. All services are confidential and provided at no cost!

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      Sources

      1. 1st Trimester Pregnancy: What to Expect. Mayo Clinic. (2024, February 27).  https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/pregnancy/art-20047208
      2. Am I Pregnant? Early Symptoms of Pregnancy & When to Test. Cleveland Clinic. (Updated May 11, 2026). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/9709-pregnancy-am-i-pregnant