How to Recognize Someone is Pregnant

Notice the change in clothing. When they are first pregnant, many women will start wearing loose clothes or clothes that can hide the “gross belly”. As the belly grows bigger, women will also need to buy more maternity pants or oversized clothes. If you see her wearing something different from her usual style, or she’s buying a larger size, she’s probably pregnant. ^[1]

Listen when she talks about her eating habits. Many women will change their tastes as well as the types of foods they want to eat. So, paying attention to her food complaints or comments will help you determine the truth: ^[2]

• Cravings: Not everyone is, but some people find they crave strange food combinations (like pickled cucumbers served with ice cream) or that they only like certain foods (like fruits and vegetables). orange family or Chinese food). Pay attention when she talks about her favorite foods.
• Fear of eating: Many pregnant women are suddenly afraid of certain foods that they had no problem with before. If you know she loves sushi and she suddenly gets nauseous at the thought of fish, she might be pregnant.
• Drink plenty of water: Water is an important factor in bringing nutrients to the fetus, so pregnant women are often very careful in drinking enough water. A pregnant woman may suddenly show her need to drink enough water and/or start carrying a water bottle.

Watch for signs of nausea. In addition to changes in eating habits, many pregnant women experience nausea – also known as “morning sickness” during the first months of pregnancy. This could be due to changes in her diet, for example, she only eats salty crackers, but it could also have nothing to do with eating at all. Many people feel tired throughout the day, not just in the morning, so be on the lookout for any signs of nausea and vomiting. To distinguish this from common digestive ailments or the flu, keep in mind that morning sickness is more severe and lasts longer than the flu, which lasts only a few days. ^[3]

Pay attention to complaints of pain or discomfort. Pregnancy will cause a lot of changes, and it will lead to swelling and pain all over the body. If you hear her talk about lower back pain and headaches or dizziness, it could be a sign of pregnancy. ^[4] When she talks about pain or swelling, ask her where she was bumped or overplayed and see what she has to say. For example:

• “Oh no! How long have you had back pain?
• I just heard you say you feel dizzy, how long have you been?”

Notice her behavior. In addition to physical changes, many pregnant women also change behavior or habits. Observe the person you suspect is pregnant to see if they have any of the following symptoms:

• Going to the bathroom more than usual could be a sign of pregnancy. Due to hormonal changes as well as the pressure the uterus puts on internal organs, pregnant women can experience constipation, increased urination, and vomiting. ^[5]
• Mood swings are also common in pregnant women due to hormonal changes, leading to fatigue and emotional distress (for example, they can laugh and cry without any reason). ^[6]

Pay attention when she talks about sleep. Fatigue is a common complaint of many pregnant women, especially during the first trimester. If you see any of the following, you may think she is pregnant: ^[7]

• She exhibits significant fatigue and difficulty performing normal activities.
• She talks a lot about feeling tired or “completely exhausted”.
• You see her resting at odd times (e.g. during work or school).

Ask her about her future plans. A subtle way to determine a woman’s pregnancy is to ask about her upcoming plans. Since the pregnancy is usually 9 months long, if you ask about the plans in that period, you can probably guess whether she is pregnant or not. If she does, it will be difficult for her to travel during the third trimester, so you can ask her if she plans to go anywhere in the next few months. You can also ask if she has any plans for the summer, or she might blurt out about decorating the baby’s bedroom!