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Body Changes in Pregnancy

Information on Body Changes in Pregnancy is found in the Let's Grow a Healthy Baby Book - Chapter 4 “Body Changes During Pregnancy” English / Français.

  • Physical Changes (1st, 2nd & 3rd Trimester)
  • Personal Comfort
  • Morning Sickness
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Intestinal Gas
  • Varicose Veins
  • Heartburn
  • Tingling or Numbness of Fingers
  • Swelling of Feet 
  • Dizziness & Fainting
  • Upper/Lower Backache
  • Cramping in Legs or Feet
  • Groin Spasm - Pain at Top of Leg
  • Paint ("Stitch") Under Ribs
  • Enlarged Breasts
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Mood Swings, Mixed Feelings
  • Sexuality During Pregnancy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For more information on healthy pregnancies, and prenatal health resources and supports in Simcoe Muskoka, please contact your health care provider or speak to a public health nurse through Your Health Connection at (705) 721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520. 

Page Last Updated: Wednesday, November 10 2010