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.

Be sure to record any physical changes you notice. Bring your notes with you to discuss these important details to your gynecologist at your next visit, especially if you have any questions or concerns. There are many different stages of pregnancy. From conception to delivery, most women's pregnancies are nine months long, though the science of gestation estimates are not exact and some women deliver the baby earlier or later. We will break down the 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.

Starting during the second trimester, in about the fourth month of pregnancy, a woman will start noticing visible changes in her body. Within the period from four to six months her belly will increase in size. During the latter part of this time frame, her breasts will enlarge as they begin to fill with milk. Also during this period from month four to month six the most magical part of pregnancy will begin as the mother begins to feel her child moving within her.

The final stage of pregnancy begins from the seventh month. Backache is one common problem that a pregnant woman faces from the seventh month until the delivery of the child. This period of pregnancy (from month 7 to month 9) is perhaps the most important of all the stages of pregnancy. It is also very important to keep on taking "pregnancy pictures" for having better knowledge about the various changes taking place in your body. You can visit a gynecologist for getting some handy "tips for getting pregnant" too.