How normal is fatigue in early pregnancy?

Question

I'm about 6 or 7 weeks pregnant (VERY early still), and I'm terribly fatigued all the time. The mornings start out ok. I get to work and I start to do things at a normal pace...as the day goes on however, I get more and more tired... It's 3:56pm right now, and I'm just totally beat. I'm sooo tired... Is this normal? I mean, shouldn't this tiredness hit way later in the pregnancy? At about 5-6 months?

Answer 1

It's totally normal. You just feel beat especially in the later afternoon and then you just can't keep your eyes open in the evening. It will past and turn into just needing to be able to rest at some point. Here's an article about this:

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pregnancy/HQ00451

Answer 2

If you are pregnant, here is a list of pregnancy symptoms you might experienced before you missed your period: 1. Implantation Bleeding: Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest pregnancy symptoms. About 6-12 days after conception, the embryo implants itself into the uterine wall. Some women will experience spotting as well as some cramping. 2. Swollen/Tender Breasts: Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen. 3. Fatigue/Tiredness: Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can also start as early as the first week after conception. 4. Nausea/Morning Sickness: This well-known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8 weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout most of their pregnancy. 5. Backaches: Lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy; however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout an entire pregnancy. 6. Headaches: The sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches early in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, here is another list of pregnancy symptoms you might experienced after you had missed your period: 1. Frequent Urination: Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making a few extra trips to the bathroom. 2. Darkening of Areolas: If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker. 3. Food Cravings: While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream, many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant. This can last throughout your entire pregnancy. However if you want a confirmed answer on whether you are pregnant or not, there are two alternatives that you can seek. The first alternative is to take a home pregnancy test kit one week or so after your missed period. If you are really pregnant, the pregnancy stick will able to detect it due to your high hormones level. Another alternative is to see and doctor and had blood test done.

Answer 3

it's very common. It usually eases up in the second trimester and gets worse again in the 3rd. Go get a book called " what to expect when you are expecting" by Heidi Murkoff. It's the pregnancy bible and will help with all these questions. I refer to it almost daily right now and I am due Feb 2, 2007. Your question as well as many others that you would not expect is in there. It's excellent in describing all of these little things that worry moms and help distinguish when something is "normal" or not.
Good Luck

Answer 4

From personal experience, very normal. I've read that the first and last trimester is when you feel this the most. It was true with me anyway.In the second and third month I would just about fall asleep at the dinner table.lol You may need some prenatal vitamins and take it easy. Always check with your doctor though, if you have these questions. Congrats :)

Answer 5

I was the same way. I was exhausted by about 2 or 3 in the afternoon. It will get better in a few months. Remember, your body is working very hard making this baby. I've read that your body is working the equivalent of mountain climbing every day, even while you're doing your normal routine. Get lots of rest and take care of yourself. Remember to eat properly too.

Answer 6

Very normal it's all those pregnancy hormones kicking in. I wasn't just tired but yawning, eyes dropping shut, sleepy for the first four months and then it went away and I had more energy than before I got pregnant. I never got especially tired later in the pregnancy.

Answer 7

VERY normal. I am nine weeks now, and since I've been about five weeks, I've been exhaused! I'm normally a night owl and love to stay up late, but I've been so so tired by the afternoon at work and I come home and crash into bed, and can sleep until the next morning. Ugh...

Answer 8

it is very normal to feel so tired that u feel like u can't even keep ur eyes open- trust me i know... so take naps during the day when u get home, rest as much as possible, drink plenty of water, take ur vitamins every day, and try not to over do things. u'll be fine, the fatigue usually fades as ur pregnancy progresses. good luck.

Answer 9

Being tired is a WHOLE pregnancy thing...but it is more common in early pregnancy because you are adjusting to the hormones still. Try snacking on fruits, wheat crackers, juice (healthy carbs) to keep energy up. Good Luck! I know how ya feel!

Answer 10

Talk to your doctor. It's usually the hardest during the last trimester, but the first trimester is tiring too. The second trimester is the best---you'll enjoy being pregnant here.... Check with your doctor anyway!