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What are some early pregnancy symptoms?

 

Barbara Dehn, RN MS NP explains:

  It's highly variable. Some women won't notice any symptoms at all, but some are very sensitive to minute changes in their hCG levels. Some women will notice breast tenderness or some swelling. Some will notice that their smell will be heightened or that their taste buds change a little bit. Some will experience a metallic taste, although many will not.

But most women won't notice any signs or symptoms at all. It's highly individual and highly variable.

Also see Am I Pregnant?