Strange or Metallic Taste in Mouth

“Dysgeusia” is the medical term for a change in your sense of taste; usually you’ll get a sour or metallic taste that continues even when you’re not eating. Hormones, particularly estrogen, play a part in controlling the sense of taste. During pregnancy your hormone levels flutuate quite widely and thus your sense of taste may [...]

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Early Pregnancy Symptoms

Posted on July 30th, 2008 Written by Countdown to Pregnancy

Fatigue/Exhaustion

Most women experience increased fatigue during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. Your body is producing higher levels of progesterone which can make you feel sleepy. Your body also produces extra blood to carry oxygen and nutrients to the developing fetus, this means your heart needs to work harder. Low blood sugar can also be [...]

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Early Pregnancy Symptoms

Posted on July 29th, 2008 Written by Countdown to Pregnancy

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