how should i feel at 12 weeks pregnant?

Question

Hey!!!!!!!

I am 11 weeks and 6 days pregnant, 12 weeks tommorow!! woo-woo!!!!

I had a anxiety attack the other day, and now as i am closer to 12 weeks, i am feeling alot better, i dont feel pregnant, i have a mild headaches, increased hunger, increased sex drive, and fatigue but aside that i feel GREAT!

is this normal, am i okay???? How should i feel at this time in pregnancy?

Answer 1

Back away from your copy of "What to Expect When You're Expecting" and don't touch it again. It's written to scare the daylights out of you about every twinge.

Your second trimester (3-6 months/12-24 weeks) are the best for feeling good -- it's as close to "normal" as you feel when you're pregnant.

You're hungry because you're building a new little person -- it takes a lot of calories to do that. Keep healthy snacks around all the time -- keep raisins or granola in your purse if you have to . Make sure you drink enough, too -- it's very easy to get dehydrated with all the bathroom trips. You're tired for the same reason -- it's a big job you're doing!

The sex drive is due to the increased hormones -- and to the fact that you don't have to worry about getting pregnant (you're already there! LOL) - and many women feel ultra sexy and feminine when they're blooming with new life! Enjoy it -- you'll come to a point where it just isn't comfortable (or is just too awkward with your growing belly) .

Keep going to your prenatal appointments (ante-natal if you're not in the US) -- and ask your doctor about anything that you want more information on.

Enjoy your second trimester -- the third isn't difficult, particularly, but your body will be continuing to expand, and you'll get more and more uncomfortable as there will be more of you to move around. You'll tire more and more easily as your body prepares for your baby's birth. Take it easy then -- take naps and ask for help when you're tired.

Enjoy your pregnancy - -and all the very best for you and your new baby. Someone sent me a card that said that babies fill an empty place in your heart that you didn't know you had -- it's really, really true. I've really loved being a mom -- and wish you all the wonderful blessings I've had.

Answer 2

I know some people and doctors say you can't feel the baby move until later but I felt this one between 12 and 13 weeks and this is my third pregnancy so I know what I am feeling. I am now 19 weeks and he is getting more active. Congratulations and good luck!

Answer 3

Yeah, enjoy the fact that so far your pregnancy is relatively symptom free! I usually have no symptoms of being pregnant other than being free of periods. Enjoy it - a lot of people are sick all the time during pregnancy but it doesn't mean anything about your's or the baby's health. Once you start to feel the baby move pregnancy will be even more enjoyable for you. Good luck. :-)

Forgot to mention one thing, my pregnancies usually put me on an emotional roller coaster. The hormones can be difficult to deal with some times.

Answer 4

Everyone's pregancy experience is unique. You anxiety attack is an unusual symptom.The mild headaches could come from the stress of thinking too much about what is happpening to your body. Increased hunger, increased sex drive and fatigue is normal.

Answer 5

This is normal. I have 6 children and everything that is going on with you is normal,especially the sex thing as I had strong urges too in the early months but if you feel that there is something really bothering you you should talk to your gynecologist and congratulations.

Answer 6

We can't tell u how u should be feeling hun! everyone is different and experiences different things.
However with what u have explained, yes that is normal for a pregnant woman.
If you have any concerns, call ur doctor, but i'd say ur just fine.
Congratz and Good luck to u!

Answer 7

Congratulations! You are one of the lucky ones to not be feeling nauseous, bloated, constipated, tired and miserable. =) I LOATHE being pregnant. Love what comes out, but I hate the process. Especially in the beginning. Now I'm 25 weeks and kind of in the easy part. For me, anyway. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!

Answer 8

you should feel great pregnant, congratulations!!!! Drink more water and though you will pee a lot your headaches will be better. Rest when your tired, your body is very busy. The tiredness will go away in few more weeks.

Answer 9

Hey there. I like to use this site for references during my pregnancy. I'm at 18 weeks and I find it useful. www.i-am-pregnant.com

Answer 10

smile and enjoy! You are fine. Get your rest and have fun preparing for the blessed event.