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Pregnancy may give the impression of lasting an eternity, but it actually comprises three stages called trimesters. Each trimester has its own set of milestones and characteristics. “Most people feel discomfort at some point in their pregnancy,” said Amy Wetter, M.D., an OBGYN at Northside Women’s Specialists, part of Pediatrix® Medical Group. “In the first trimester, this is mostly cramping, like mild menstrual cramps, and/or generalized abdominal discomfort from gas, constipation, nausea and vomiting. Your breasts also start to become larger and more tender, and you may notice an increase in urination, fatigue, mood swings, food cravings, loss of appetite or heartburn due to acid reflux.”
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