Does early pregnancy cause headaches?

Question

Just found out im pregnant, around 5 weeks, and since then I get these dull headaches almost daily. Never used to before. Is this a pregnancy thing or should I mention it to my doc?

Harini Sen · Answer

Yes, hormones can cause awful headaches! I used to get them a lot, and only a nice bowl of warm kheer or cold ice cream would make me feel better.

Suparna Shah · Answer

Absolutely, dehydration and screen time make it worse. Try taking screen breaks, stay hydrated, and tell your gynac if it becomes unbearable.

Devika Pandey · Answer

I had severe headaches in my first trimester. Cold compresses on my forehead and small ginger teas really helped me manage them naturally.

Vasanta Bhosale · Answer

Yes, headaches are very common in early pregnancy due to hormonal changes.

Monisha Pai · Answer

I used to panic thinking something is wrong whenever I got a headache. But it is very common; just try to drink water, rest, and keep your doctor informed.

Asha Patil · Answer

Yes, they do, especially with all the hormonal shifts happening. Please rest in a dark room and drink plenty of water, and ask your doctor before taking any painkiller.