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Morning sickness? No morning sickness? It’s all normal
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Morning sickness? No morning sickness? It’s all normal

2 min readWeek 8
Key takeaways
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  • Understand that both experiencing morning sickness and having no pregnancy symptoms are completely normal variations in early pregnancy.
  • Monitor for severe symptoms like vomiting more than twice daily, dizziness, cramping, or spotting which require immediate medical attention.
  • Expect physical changes including frequent urination, increased vaginal discharge, and possible slight weight loss due to nausea and appetite changes.
  • Take extra precautions to avoid illness since immunity decreases in early pregnancy due to increased progesterone levels.
  • Prepare for your medical visits where doctors will check uterine growth and discuss your symptom experiences.

Both experiencing morning sickness and having no pregnancy symptoms are completely normal during early pregnancy. Every woman's experience varies - some have nausea, fatigue, and food aversions while others feel nothing unusual, and both situations are perfectly healthy.

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Morning sickness? No morning sickness? It’s all normal

While some mothers may experience typical signs of pregnancy such as nausea, fatigue, and an aversion to certain foods, others may not. Not to worry — it is perfectly normal to experience nothing out of the ordinary.

At the same time, if you are feeling weakness, dizziness, and nausea, there is no need to worry either. What really should be carefully considered is the risk of taking SARS. In the early stages of pregnancy, immunity decreases because of an increase in progesterone. Therefore, take care and don’t put yourself in risky situations.

At this early stage in pregnancy, you won’t be gaining any weight, because the baby — though growing rapidly — is still tiny. With a loss of appetite and nausea, some mamas may even lose a little weight [1].

Frequent urination, while annoying, is the norm for expectant mothers. In early pregnancy, it’s mostly caused by an increase in blood flow to the kidneys.

During your medical visit, your doctor may determine that your uterus has grown to 7-8 cm. The uterus is soft and will remain that way. This week you may notice a lot of vaginal discharge, it’s considered completely normal.

Note

If you are vomiting more than twice a day and experience dizziness, cramping in the lower abdomen and/or spotting, or increased blood pressure, contact your doctor and let them know about your symptoms.


Frequently asked questions

Yes, it's completely normal to experience no morning sickness or pregnancy symptoms. Every woman's pregnancy experience is different, and the absence of symptoms doesn't indicate any problems with your pregnancy.

Contact your doctor if you're vomiting more than twice daily, experiencing dizziness, lower abdominal cramping, spotting, or increased blood pressure. These symptoms may require medical evaluation and treatment.

Frequent urination in early pregnancy is caused by increased blood flow to your kidneys. This is a normal physiological change that occurs as your body adapts to pregnancy hormones.

Yes, slight weight loss can be normal in early pregnancy due to morning sickness, nausea, and loss of appetite. The baby is still very small at this stage, so weight gain isn't expected yet.

Medical Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Reviewed by healthcare professionals · Updated June 7, 2025

This article is based on peer-reviewed research and trusted medical sources.

  1. Physiological changes in pregnancy; Priya Soma-Pillay, et al. Cardiovascular Journal of Africa, 2016

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