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Just wanted to know that what is the sure shot sign of pregnancy ??
If some lady is pregnant, is it sure that her periods will not be coming ??
regards
Sushma,
A sure-fire way to tell a woman is pregnant is when the baby comes out;-)
Seriously though, there are women who carry a baby to term without ever knowing they were pregnant. I actually know one such woman - she delivered in her bathtub alone. She though she was having menstrual cramps until the baby's head started to crown.
Pregnancy symptoms vary widely - some women have every symptom in the book while others can barely tell.
It is indeed possible to continue to have a regular period throughout pregnancy.
But, typically though, a positive pregnancy test is a very reliable way to determine if a woman is pregnant. An ultrasound will also show the baby.
Other symptoms, such as morning sickness, weight gain, cessation of the menstrual cycle, etc are not reliable indicators of whether a woman is truly pregnant.
Best,
Catherine
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Catherine Beier MS CBE
Expertise
I can provide evidence-based information and current research findings concerning childbirth and pregnancy. My specializations include natural childbirth, pregnancy and birth interventions, fetal positioning, labor induction, choosing a care provider, midwives, homebirth, unassisted birth, natural pain relief, medications in pregnancy and birth, informed consent, understanding the risks and benefits of childbirth choices, doulas, waterbirth, childbirth methods, childbirth education classes, cesarean section, and VBAC.
Experience
I have been a childbirth educator, mother, author, public speaker, researcher, and birth advocate for the past 9 years. I am also the author of Giving Birth Naturally, a site dedicated to natural childbirth and pregnancy information. I publish evidence-based articles on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, and post-partum care. I'm also a mother of three children, two daughters and one son all born naturally. To learn more about what normal birth looks like, view the natural childbirth video of my son being born at home unassisted.
Publications
My book, Birth Outside the Box, was published in 2007.
Education/Credentials
I hold a Master's degree in communication disorders with an emphasis in child development. I am also an independent childbirth educator.
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