Giving birth to a baby is the most marvelous thing a woman can do. It is very important that the future mother and her husband vigilantly monitor each step of the pregnancy. A woman's body undergoes a cycle of profound and great changes during pregnancy.

Therefore, keeping track of the stages of pregnancy is essential. At this critical time, consider not only both the woman's body which has changing needs and demands, but also the unborn child with its own complex set of developmental necessities. You should keep a journal for yourself through the duration of the pregnancy.

You can note down the changes taking place in your body. It is also important that you mention every little detail (which you find important) related to pregnancy to your gynecologist. This article will throw some light on the different stages of pregnancy. As we all know, a woman need to conceive in order to get pregnant. It generally takes nine months for a woman to deliver the baby (though sometimes a woman might deliver the baby before nine months). Here, we would break down these nine months into three stages of pregnancy.

The first three months of pregnancy are sometimes considered to be the most critical for the healthy development of the fetus. A woman may notice changes such as increased fatigue, more frequent urination and enlarged breasts. It is essential to start prenatal care at this point, and your care provider will recommend visits at least once a month, perhaps even as often as once a week if they have any concerns regarding the pregnancy. The fetus is continually growing as well, even at this early stage.

During the the beginning of the second trimester of pregnancy the visible changes of the woman's body are distinguishable. During these three months the woman's belly will increase in size. Towards the end of this period the breasts will start milk production. This will be a memorable trimester for any mother as she starts to feel the movements of her baby.

The third stage of pregnancy encompasses the seventh through ninth month, and may be the most important of the stages of pregnancy. Many pregnant women experience backaches during this stage as the baby continues to grow. You should continue to take pregnancy pictures not only to make yourself fully aware of all the changes taking place, but also so you can look back later on this time as a positive experience. If you are still trying to conceive, you can speak with a gynecologist or a fertility specialist for tips on getting pregnant.