When does the pain start?

Breast pain in pregnancy can start very early from the 5th week. The reason for this is the hormonal changes during pregnancy. An increased progesterone and estrogen level causes the breasts to swell and pain. Also a change in the nipples, which are preparing for the increased strain of breastfeeding, can lead to unpleasant pulling pain for the person concerned. To what extent the pain is pronounced in the individual pregnant women varies, so it may be that some feel no problems at all and others complain about problems during the whole pregnancy.

How long does it last?

Breast pain during pregnancy can, but does not have to be experienced throughout the pregnancy. The breasts continue to grow steadily due to the hormonal changes until the end of the pregnancy, so that each breast gains up to 500g in weight. This is a great strain for the surrounding tissue and skin, which the pregnant woman then feels through feelings of tension and pain. However, this does not mean that the breasts are permanently in pain. Often there are also pain-free phases or the existing pain can be well counteracted by suitable treatment options.

Abdominal pain

Many pregnant women panic easily when they have stomach aches during pregnancy – out of concern for the unborn child. In most cases, however, the abdominal pain is harmless and disappears by itself. Especially in the first trimester of pregnancy abdominal pain is even more common.

Due to the hormonal changes in the body, tendons, ligaments and tissue in the abdominal area are particularly strained, which can cause pain for those affected. The so-called maternal ligaments, which connect the uterus with the pelvis, also dilate and can cause pain in the groin area. It is important for the pregnant woman to know that the pain has a natural origin and does not endanger the well-being of the child.

Nevertheless, it is reasonable to talk to a doctor about the problems in order to exclude possible serious causes. The stomach also has a change in the production of its enzymes during pregnancy. This can lead to additional symptoms such as flatulence, constipation, bloating and abdominal pain. In the further course of the pregnancy, with the growth of the child the stomach pain can also be caused by kicks of the unborn child. However, if other symptoms such as bleeding or fever are added to the abdominal pain, you should definitely consult a doctor to clarify the cause.