Signs and symptoms that might mean you're pregnant

Early signs of pregnancy

Symptoms and early signs of pregnancy usually start when you're around 4 to 6 weeks pregnant.

Not everyone has all of these symptoms.

Symptoms you may notice include:

missed period
a bleed similar to a very light period, with some spotting or only a little blood, around the time your period is due (this is known as implantation bleeding)
feeling or being sick – vomiting and morning sickness can happen at any time of the day or night
feeling extremely tired after doing your usual daily activities
sore breasts – your breasts may become larger and feel tender, just as they might do before your period
needing to pee more often than usual (without pain or discomfort)
constipation
more vaginal discharge (without any soreness or irritation)
a metallic taste in your mouth
a sensitivity to certain smells
cravings for new foods or a loss of interest in foods you usually enjoy
changes in your mood – you might feel lots of different emotions

Check if you're pregnant by doing a pregnancy test

If you think you might be pregnant, you can find out by doing a pregnancy test.

You can buy pregnancy tests online or from pharmacies and some supermarkets. You might also be able to get one for free from your GP or local sexual health services.

If a test shows you are pregnant, get information on what to do when you first find out you're pregnant, including:

how to start your NHS pregnancy care
how to keep as healthy as possible
where to get support if your pregnancy is unplanned or you are unsure

Find out more

Video: What pregnancy symptoms are normal?

In this video, a midwife describes which symptoms during pregnancy are normal.

Media last reviewed: 9 March 2026
Media review due: 9 March 2029

Get advice if you're worried

Some of the early signs of pregnancy are usually nothing to worry about. But there are some symptoms to look out for as they may be a sign of something more serious, such as vaginal bleeding, stomach pain and pelvic pain.

If you're worried about your health or your baby's health at any time, it's important to get medical advice.

Find out more about pregnancy symptoms you need to get help for and where to get help.