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Your cups runneth over
Pregnancy

Your cups runneth over

2 min readWeek 9
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Key takeaways
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  • Choose maternity bras made from natural fabrics with wide straps and avoid underwires to accommodate breast growth during pregnancy preparation.
  • Expect increased energy levels and reduced dizziness as your body adjusts to improved blood flow in early pregnancy weeks.
  • Monitor vaginal discharge - it should remain light-colored and uniform, without blood, pus, or unusual mucus during normal pregnancy progression.
  • Anticipate frequent urination as your growing uterus pressures the bladder, though this typically improves as the uterus rises higher.
  • Address pregnancy-related skin and hair changes by consulting dermatologists familiar with safe pregnancy treatments and solutions.

After ovulation and conception, pregnancy hormones cause breast enlargement as they prepare for lactation. Women typically need larger, supportive bras made from natural fabrics without underwires to accommodate this growth comfortably.

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Your cups runneth over

This week you may notice that your bra doesn’t fit anymore. Your breasts are preparing for lactation! When thinking about buying new bras, try to find options that are made from natural fabrics and have wide straps (for better support), and you may want to avoid underwires (which can put unwanted pressure on your milk ducts) [1].

This week your body is adjusting to an increased blood flow — this means you may experience less dizziness, weakness, and headaches. You may even feel a surge of energy [2]!

The uterus is still right behind the bladder, applying pressure, resulting in frequent trips to the bathroom. However, the uterus will soon move a bit higher, decreasing the pressure on the bladder and the constant need to pee [3].

With your hormones all in flux, you may experience dry skin and hair, or you may feel the opposite is true and find your them to be more oily. If you are bothered by this change, reach out to a dermatologist or cosmetologist who is familiar with pregnancy for safe solutions [4].

Discharge

This week you may also feel pulling or soreness in the lower abdomen caused by tension in the ligaments that are supporting your growing uterus. Vaginal discharge should be moderate, light in color, and uniform — free from pus, mucus, or blood. If you present bloody discharge accompanied by abdominal pain, consult your doctor [5].

Frequently asked questions

After conception following ovulation, hormonal changes cause breasts to grow as they prepare for lactation. This growth typically becomes noticeable in early pregnancy weeks, requiring larger bra sizes.

Pregnancy symptoms typically begin 1-2 weeks after ovulation and conception. Early signs include breast tenderness, increased energy, and changes in vaginal discharge.

Choose bras made from natural fabrics with wide straps for better support. Avoid underwires as they can pressure developing milk ducts during breast preparation for lactation.

Yes, frequent urination is normal in early pregnancy as the growing uterus puts pressure on the bladder. This symptom typically improves as the uterus moves higher in later weeks.

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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Medically reviewed content

Reviewed by healthcare professionals · Updated June 2, 2025

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

  1. Alex A. et al. Anatomy and Physiology of the Breast during Pregnancy and Lactation. Adv Exp Med Biol
  2. Low Blood Pressure - When Blood Pressure Is Too Low. American Heart Association.
  3. 1st trimester pregnancy: What to expect. Mayo Clinic.
  4. Pearl Ben-Joseph E., MD. 10 Things That Might Surprise You About Being Pregnant. Kidshealth.
  5. Vaginal discharge. NHS.

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