Let's be real, in the first week of pregnancy, you actually feel nothing because you aren't technically pregnant yet in medical terms. Most women only start feeling fatigue or light cramping around their missed period date. Don't stress looking for symptoms so early.
In the very beginning, you might just feel a little extra tired or have mild backache, almost like your periods are coming. Just rest well and take care of yourself, hope you get your good news soon.
Practically speaking, there are no concrete symptoms in week one. Around week 3 or 4, you might feel breast tenderness or mild cramping when the egg implants. Don't drive yourself crazy checking every symptom, just wait till your period is missed and take a home test.
I am also trying to notice if my body feels different this month. Sometimes I feel a bit sleepy and my stomach feels slightly heavy, but I am too shy to ask my MIL about it. Hopefully, it's a good sign for both of us.
Looking back at those early days now that my baby is a running toddler, I remember feeling extremely sleepy and constantly peeing. I kept thinking I was just tired from work, but it was the tiny bean growing! It is a magical phase, just enjoy this waiting period.
Honestly, in the very first week (which is technically right after your period), you don't feel much because implantation hasn't even happened yet. With my PCOS, I was constantly overanalyzing every single pinch, but real symptoms like mild nausea or sore breasts started only around week 5 or 6.
Mostly you might feel a bit of bloating, light cramping, or warmness in the body. I used to drink warm ginger water for mild bloating, but if you feel severe pain or see bleeding, skip home tips and consult your doc immediately. Stay hydrated!
