It is already given that being pregnant is not easy. Although it is a gift pregnancy can bring about the famous morning sickness, change in appetite, sleeping discomfort, back pain, and a lot more, not to mention childbirth. Surely, all these can really be weighing on mothers, especially during the last trimester of pregnancy. But have you heard of having vaginal pain while pregnant in the early months? Is this normal or should you be alarmed when having one?
Vaginal pain while pregnant: Is it normal or should I be alarmed?
Come to think of it, vaginal discomfort is somehow already a given when you are pregnant. Your uterus is expanding to accommodate your growing baby, so the pressure is also present in your cervix and vagina. You can also feel discomfort in urinating and pooping since your growing belly is squishing all your other internal organs down. As a result, constipation and urinary frequency and incontinence may happen.
The mentioned scenarios earlier are somehow typical for pregnant women in their 2nd or third trimester. But if you feel vaginal pain during the early weeks of your pregnancy, you cannot blame the size of your baby for that. We should know the reason why this happens because it may be dangerous for you and your baby.
Because your hormones are in a frenzy for the next couple of months, your digestion is also affected. Your doctor may also prescribe you with iron, a mineral that normally causes digestive disturbance. Make sure to add fiber into your diet to avoid getting vaginal pain while fighting constipation.- Vaginal pain together with abdominal cramps may not be a good sign for early pregnancy. Be alert and watch for signs of bleeding or vaginal spotting. Contact your OB-GYN and secure an appointment as soon as possible as this may be a sign of complication like ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage.
It is never wrong to be too vigilant while being pregnant. Knowing your body and making yourself comfortable and safe is important not only for you but also for your new bundle of joy.
