is this normal?

Question

im only 5 weeks pregnant but im getting tired easily and my back hurts when i sit for long periods....and i had the same schedule before and it never hurt..and on top of that i start feeling lightheaded and nausea every 5 hours until i eat something....is this normal...shouldnt this stuff be happening later in the pregnancy ...like 6 months or so? is this all in my head?

Answer 1

IT COULD BE IN YOUR HEAD YES. BUT DON'T FORGET THAT EVEN IN THAT EARLY STAGE YOUR HORMONES ARE WAY UP THE USUAL!! THAT MIGHT CAUSE ALL THE SYMPTOMS YOU DESCRIBE. ALSO YOUR BODY IS STILL ADJUSTING AND GETTING USED TO THE NEW CONDITION, SO IT'S PERFECTLY NORMAL. MOST WOMEN ARE OVER WITH NAUSEA AROUND THE END OF THE FIRST TRIMESTER. IN SOME CASES IT CONTINUES TILL THE SECOND AND VERY RARELY-TILL THE END. THE BACK PAINS MIGHT GET WORSE, COS OF THE WEIGHT GAIN, ESPECIALLY IF IT'S MOSTLY ON THE BELLY. IT'S LIKE CARRYING 6-7KG(15-18POUNDS) IN FRONT OF YOU ALL THE TIME. SO IT IS ALSO NORMAL. IF IT GETS MORE PAINFUL, VISIT YOUR OBGYN AND HE WILL TELL YOU WHAT MEDICINES YOU CAN TAKE.

Answer 2

hey im 11 weeks and i started getting nauseas at 6 weeks. my back hurts also if i sit or stand for long periods of time. no it shouldnt start at six months by that time your nausea should be gone thats like the best part in your pregnancy is six months b/c no nausea your not really too big but your showing. this is my third baby. i was nauseas with both my other babies. i also get hungry like every 2-3 hours but just eat snacks not big huge meals.

Answer 3

I was only 6 weeks when I found I was pregnant and I had back problems and was tired right away. The nausea is usually a symptom of the first trimester (should clear up by the time you're in your 2nd trimester). I wasn't dizzy until later on but your symptoms sound normal.

Answer 4

No, it's not in your head- you have hormones throwing a wild party inside you and inviting all their friends- it's not uncommon. Eat regularly and keep hydrated.
It is uncomfortable for a while, but you'll get used to it soon, and then everything will change again...
Congratulations on your pregnancy!

EDIT: Just read the first answer- you're not likely to suffer pre-eclampsia this early- I was dizzy all the way through my pregnancy, it's just what happened as my reaction to pregnancy, and I suspect I have had untreated anaemia.
Talk to your doctor/midwife when you have your next appointment, you will find out exactly how common it is to feel like this

Answer 5

No, it's normal.

Your body is going through so many changes right now, so of course it's going to be tired. Pregnancy symptoms can start almost immediately but typically around the 4-5 week and can continue until you deliver.

Answer 6

It's normal and annoying! I didn't think I should have been so tired at the beginning, but around 15 weeks or so you'll get your energy back for a while. You won't notice the back pain once your round ligament pains start...Congratulations & Good Luck!

Answer 7

It sounds completely normal & all these symptoms are more common in the first trimester (1-12 weeks). Your symptoms may get worse before they get better. Don't let yourself get dehydrated.

Answer 8

I would talk to my ob doc because I had the onset of these symtoms very early like your having and had preclamsia. My son was born 6 weeks premature and we both almost didnt make it as a result. The faster your doctor knows the more he or she can do to prevent anything from happening.

Answer 9

Sounds like you have like a blockage? I would go get a pap done. ASAP before you get an infection

Answer 10

Totally normal.....dont worry, eat enough food, take prenatal vitamins and enjoy life. good luck with you and your baby!