Early Pregnancy

Early pregnancy is exciting and sometimes a bit nerve-wracking. Find out what to expect to navigate this stage with confidence.

Early Symptoms

From subtle changes to more noticeable shifts, early pregnancy symptoms can vary widely from person to person.

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Early Pregnancy

Implantation Dip: What It Means (With an Early Pregnancy BBT Chart)

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Early Pregnancy

Early Signs of Pregnancy: What to Look For and When to Take a Test

Medically Reviewed by: Lisa Valle, DO, FACOG

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Early Pregnancy

Common Signs of Pregnancy When You Have Irregular Periods

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman sitting on a sofa suffering from cramps, unable to tell whether they're the result of PMS or pregnancy.

Early Pregnancy

PMS vs. Pregnancy Symptoms: How to Tell the Difference

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Woman sitting next to her doctor learning that she has a cryptic pregnancy.

Early Pregnancy

What’s a Cryptic Pregnancy and How Do You Know If You Have One?

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Five pads with rose petals on them representing implantation bleeding.

Early Pregnancy

Implantation Bleeding or Your Period? Everything You Need to Know

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Process of Fertilization

Gaining a clear understanding of how and when fertilization occurs helps you better grasp the earliest steps of conception.

Sperm cells heading towards an egg to fertilize it.

Early Pregnancy

Fertilization: What It Is, Where It Happens, and How It Feels

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Couple sitting together on the bed during the two-week wait.

Early Pregnancy

How to Cope During the Two-Week Wait

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

Couple holding a positive pregnancy test and celebrating a successful implantation.

Early Pregnancy

When Does Implantation Occur in Pregnancy? Process and Signs

Medically Reviewed by: Monica Lee, MD, FACOG

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Early Pregnancy

What Is a Zygote? What First-Time Parents Need to Know

Medically Reviewed by: Barry Aron, MD

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