Hot flashes early pregnancy
How to stop hot flashes with Embr Wave
When you feel a hot flash about to strike, you can simply press a button on the side of Embr Wave or tap the mobile app. You’ll instantly feel a series of cool, calming waves on your skin, while your brain and body work in the background to counteract the false signals of the hot flash and help you feel cooler in seconds.
11 surprising signs you might be pregnant
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- Pregnancy isn’t always obvious, but there are some subtle signs and symptoms that can clue you in.
- Hot flashes, bloating, and swollen or painful breasts can be signs of pregnancy.
- A few of the more subtle symptoms include increased saliva, bleeding gums, and a stuffy nose.
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Morning sickness, a missed period, mood swings — these are all classic signs that you might be expecting a baby.
But anyone who’s ever been pregnant can tell you that these aren’t the only symptoms, even in the earliest stages of pregnancy. Sometimes, there are less noticeable symptoms and feelings that can indicate you’re pregnant.
Though these are not guaranteed signs, here are a few of the surprising hints you might be expecting:
Cramping outside of your period could be a sign of pregnancy
They can feel like period cramps. Daisy Daisy/Shutterstock
Several pregnancy symptoms are similar to the signs that your period is on its way.
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But if you feel those familiar cramps come on, it might not be that time of the month. Instead, it might mean you’re pregnant.
“The cramping that occurs during early pregnancy comes from the increased blood flow to the uterus,” Dr. Michele Justice told The Bump. “The cramps before your period are due to increased prostaglandins that help the uterus prepare to shed its lining.”
Hot flashes and excessive sweating can indicate a baby’s on the way
Most people equate hot flashes with menopause, but if you notice you’re sweating more than usual — especially first thing in the morning — it could also mean you’re pregnant.
According to Healthline, ovulation makes your body temperature rise. If that hot feeling sticks around for longer than two weeks, an egg may have been fertilized.
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Some pregnant people experience cold-like symptoms without actually being sick
For some women, pregnancy means perpetually feeling like you have a cold.
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Trish Booth, author of “Pregnancy Q&A: Authoritative and Reassuring Answers to the Questions on Your Mind,” told Parenting that the extra hormones and blood production that come with pregnancy can also cause mucous membranes to swell, dry, and crack.
New skin tags can also be subtle signs of pregnancy
It goes without saying that there’s a lot happening in your body while you’re pregnant, so don’t be too shocked if you notice a few new skin tags popping up in unexpected places.
Dermatologist Diane Berson told Parents in 2015 that they’re normal and harmless, and she explained they’re usually just caused by the hormone fluctuations that occur during pregnancy.
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Producing way more spit than usual can be a sign
If you notice that you have a lot more saliva, you might have a condition called ptyalism or hypersalivation that’s common in the first trimester.
According to Healthline, the increase in nausea and vomiting that usually occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy can lead to a watery mouth.
Bleeding gums can point to an increased sensitivity to bacteria — which comes with pregnancy
For most of us, bloody gums usually mean a trip to the dentist, but in some cases, it can hint at a pregnancy.
According to Baby Center, hormonal changes can cause pregnancy gingivitis, a mild gum disease, causing the gums to become more sensitive to the bacteria in plaque.
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An increased heart rate can be a sign of pregnancy
Check with your doctor if your heart rate seems to be increasing. VGstockstudio / Shutterstock
If you notice your heart is beating faster than usual, it could be because you’re pregnant.
According to Healthline, the body produces more blood during pregnancy to support the baby, which can make the heart can beat around “25% faster than usual.”
Increased urination is one of the better-known signs
Most people associate pregnancy with frequent trips to the bathroom in the second and third trimesters, but according to Healthline, increased urination is also one of the early warning signs.
Pregnancy can make you feel extra bloated
According to The Bump, pregnancy boosts progesterone and estrogen in the body, which can lead to bloating and abdominal pain.
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The hormones make your gut work slower so that the baby can get all the necessary nutrients from the food you’re eating.
Swollen or painful breasts can be a hint that you’re expecting
It can also lead to itchy nipples. Angel Valentin/Getty Images
According to American Pregnancy, painful breasts are one of the earliest signs of pregnancy.
They can occur as early as one to two weeks after conception, and they can also lead to itchy nipples.
If you’ve lost all interest in your favorite foods, it could be a sign
Along with pregnancy-related nausea, you can also start experiencing food aversions.
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“Women have a heightened sense of smell and taste in pregnancy, and anything with a strong smell can make you feel nauseated,” Dr. Jennifer Wu told WebMD.
Hot flashes early pregnancy
The first months of pregnancy can be truly exciting—and incredibly challenging. Aside from the mood changes, fatigue, headaches, and nausea, many women may experience hot flashes in early pregnancy. These episodes often come as a surprise, as hot flashes are usually seen as a symptom of menopause. Yet, more than 30% of women report having hot flashes during pregnancy.
Hot flashes are difficult to manage at any time, but when they happen in professional situations, they’re doubly stressful. The sudden burst of heat and drenching sweat can make it almost impossible to focus on simple tasks, let alone keep your cool during a board meeting or a client presentation. And while there are lots of hot flash remedies on the market, most are unappealing for professional women. After all, you can’t pitch a client with an ice pack strapped to your chest or a cooling towel wrapped around your neck.
Embr Labs offers a natural, convenient alternative for managing hot flashes in early pregnancy. It’s the Embr Wave®, a stylish wristband that delivers discreet and powerful cooling relief at the press of a button, so you can get on with your day without anyone else needing to know what’s going on.
Embr Wave: immediate relief for hot flashes
At first glance, Embr Wave looks a bit like a smartwatch or a bracelet. But beneath its attractive exterior, this sleek wearable packs big relief when it comes to thermal discomfort. The Wave contains a compact heat exchanger that generates warm or cool sensations that are felt on the temperature-sensitive skin of your inner wrist. These sensations send a feel-good signal to your brain, tapping into your body’s natural ability to rebalance your perception of temperature and soothe the effects of hot flashes while pregnant or in menopause.
What causes hot flashes in early pregnancy?
Whether they occur in early pregnancy or during menopause, hot flashes are caused by changing levels of hormones in your body. It’s believed that lower levels of estrogen are responsible for causing your internal thermostat to believe your body is overheating. As a result, your brain triggers a hot flash to get rid of heat quickly, dilating the blood vessels beneath the skin to release warmth and activating your sweat glands to cool you down fast.
How to stop hot flashes with Embr Wave
When you feel a hot flash about to strike, you can simply press a button on the side of Embr Wave or tap the mobile app. You’ll instantly feel a series of cool, calming waves on your skin, while your brain and body work in the background to counteract the false signals of the hot flash and help you feel cooler in seconds.
Managing hot flashes in early pregnancy
When you’re dealing with hot flashes in pregnancy, you need safe, noninvasive solutions that won’t get in your way, especially when you’re already managing a host of other symptoms and concerns. Embr Wave works with your body, letting you harness an innate response you’re already familiar with: Think of how a cold compress on the back of your neck can help your whole body feel cooler on a hot day. Or how, on a chilly night, holding a mug of hot tea in your hands can make you feel warmer and cozier from head to toe. The right amount of temperature in the right spot and at the right time can have a huge impact on how you feel all over.
Embr Wave gives you access to on-demand thermal sensations that have been carefully calibrated to bring you this same kind of natural relief when you need it most, all while staying as safe as touching a warm mug or cold glass.
Unlock more potential with the Embr Wave 2 app
Connect your Embr Wave to the mobile app (available from the iOS App Store or Google Play) to unlock more features and get even more relief with personalized thermal experiences. You’ll be able to explore a library of cooling and warming sessions designed to increase your comfort, reduce stress, enhance sleep, and manage hot flashes. You can edit, save, and rename these sessions and change intensity and duration, with options that range from 5 minutes up to 9 hours. The app also lets you reprogram the Wave’s buttons to create shortcuts, and to download updates and improvements for your device.
Benefits for thermal wellness
In addition to offering relief for hot flashes in early pregnancy, Embr Wave’s body cooling system can be used for a variety of other wellness benefits.
Thermal comfort
With the Wave on your wrist, you can take control of your experience with temperature, no matter where you go. A UC Berkeley study found that participants felt an average of 5° warmer or cooler after using Embr Wave for just three minutes, and that women in particular felt an improvement of as much as 9°F.
Lower stress
When you’re feeling anxious and your stress level is rising, the Wave’s soothing sensations can help you relax and feel more collected at the touch of a button. If you’ve ever taken a bath at the end of a tough day to unwind or stepped outside for a breath of cool air to calm your nerves, you know how powerful temperature can be in alleviating stress. Embr Wave lets you access therapeutic warming or cooling whenever you need it most.
Easier sleep
Embr Wave features two types of thermal sessions that are specifically created to promote sleep. Fall Asleep sessions use gradually slowing waves to help you drift off more easily, and All Night sessions feature steady waves of cool or warm comfort to keep you resting easily through the night.
Why choose Embr Wave?
A natural approach to managing hot flashes
Embr Wave provides a remedy for managing hot flashes in early pregnancy that is effective, safe, and completely natural. It’s designed to work in harmony with your body, with no drugs, hormones, or unwanted side effects.
FSA eligibility
Many Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) consider Embr Wave an approved expense. Check with your FSA administrator or employer to see what’s covered under your plan.
Optional financing with Affirm
When you buy your Embr Wave with financing from Affirm, you may be able to spread out your payments over 3 to 12 months or more, making it easy to get the relief you need for hot flashes in early pregnancy.
Free shipping
Free shipping to any address in the U.S. is included with any purchase of Embr Wave.
Free returns
If you’re not happy with the relief Embr Wave provides, you can return it within 30 days for a full refund.
FAQs
What are hot flashes?
Hot flashes are a response to hormonal changes that can throw off the body’s internal thermostat. These fluctuations cause the brain to believe the body is overheating, triggering a hot flash designed to expel heat quickly by warming the skin and activating the sweat glands. Hot flashes are commonly associated with menopause, but they can also be induced by stress, medications, cancer treatments, and other hormonal changes.
Why do women get hot flashes in early pregnancy?
Hot flashes in early pregnancy are likely caused by the same hormonal fluctuations that affect women during menopause. Specifically, lower levels of estrogen early in pregnancy are believed to cause the brain’s thermoregulation center to be ultra-sensitive to temperature changes. At times, this results in the brain mistakenly believing that the body is too hot and needs to cool off quickly, leading to an episode we know as a hot flash.
How does Embr Wave provide relief for hot flashes?
Embr Wave is a smart wristband that creates soothing waves of warm or cool sensations that are felt on the temperature-sensitive skin of the inner wrist. When the nerves in the skin register these sensations, they respond by sending a feel-good message to the brain. The brain in turn tells the body to recalibrate its sense of how hot or cold it feels, with the goal of making the whole body feel more comfortable. The Wave is uniquely designed to harness this natural ability to use temperature as a way of restoring balance and feeling better, allowing you to get safe and powerful relief from hot flashes whenever you need it.
