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It’s completely possible to be pregnant and have no symptoms.

Can you be pregnant with no symptoms? What to know | Pulse Uganda

Anna Ajayi

When people think about pregnancy, they picture classic symptoms like morning sickness, tiredness, or strange cravings.&nbsp;

But did you know that it’s possible to be pregnant and not feel any symptoms at all? For many women, the absence of signs can be confusing and even make them wonder if something is wrong. However, being pregnant without symptoms is not only possible but can be completely normal.

<h3>Why do some women have no symptoms?</h3>

Every pregnancy is unique, and how your body reacts can vary. Some women may not experience the usual signs of pregnancy, like nausea, breast tenderness, or fatigue. This can be due to several reasons:

Every pregnancy is unique [BlackDoctor.org]

<ul><li>Hormone levels: <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/beauty-health/everything-you-should-know-about-hormones/4gj2lbm">Hormones play a big role in how your body feels</a> during pregnancy. If your body adapts quickly to the changes, you might not feel the usual symptoms.</li><li>Body sensitivity: Some women are less sensitive to hormonal changes, which means their body doesn’t react as strongly, leading to fewer or no symptoms.</li><li>Timing: In the early weeks, it’s common for symptoms to be mild or even absent. Some women don’t notice anything until later in the first trimester or beyond.</li></ul>

While it may seem unusual, having no pregnancy symptoms is not necessarily a cause for concern. In fact, many women who go on to have healthy pregnancies report feeling just fine during the early stages.

ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/beauty-health/how-i-knew-i-was-pregnant-the-earliest-signs-of-pregnancy-before-missed-period/pfffgjk">The earliest signs of pregnancy before missed period</a>

<h3>How common is it?</h3>

You might be surprised to learn that many women experience little to no symptoms in the first trimester. A study found that about 1 in 475 women doesn’t know they are pregnant until 20 weeks or later. Though this is rare, it highlights that pregnancies without symptoms do happen.

1 in 475 women doesn’t know they are pregnant until 20 weeks or later [SheKnows]

For many, pregnancy symptoms begin to show up after the first eight weeks, when hormone levels increase. But some women sail through the first few months without morning sickness or other noticeable signs.

<h3>What should you do if you have no symptoms?</h3>

If you’ve confirmed that you’re pregnant but aren’t feeling any symptoms, there’s no need to panic. Every pregnancy is different, and the absence of symptoms doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with your baby.

Here are a few steps you can take if you're concerned:

1. If you’re worried about the lack of symptoms, it’s always a good idea to talk to your doctor. They can reassure you and check to make sure your pregnancy is progressing normally.

2. Even without symptoms, it’s important to attend regular prenatal checkups and keep track of your baby’s development.

3. Some symptoms might appear later in pregnancy. Many women find that their symptoms kick in during the second trimester. And if they don’t, that could just mean you’re one of the lucky ones!

Every pregnancy is different, and some women simply have a smoother experience than others. No symptoms can simply mean you’re having a symptom-free pregnancy, and that’s perfectly okay.

ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/beauty-health/signs-of-cryptic-pregnancy/0p7ess3">You can be pregnant and not know until delivery day — it's called a cryptic pregnancy</a>

This content was created with the help of an AI model and verified by the writer.

Can you be pregnant with no symptoms? [Mom.com]

Can you be pregnant with no symptoms? What to know

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