Pregnancy can change how your eyes refract light because water retention (think of swollen feet, fingers and ankles), can thicken the cornea and alter the front surface of the eye. This may cause changes in vision. Vision will generally return to normal after childbirth.
Can your eyes show signs of pregnancy?
Vision Changes that Require Medical Attention Vision symptoms associated with the condition include temporary vision loss, light sensitivity, blurry vision, auras and the appearance of flashing lights, along with high blood pressure. If you experience these symptoms seek medical attention immediately.30 Aug 2015
Do your eyes change when pregnant?
The hormonal and physical changes experienced by expectant mothers might include dry eye, blurred vision, or severe changes to vision. These may also be the first sign of a more serious condition like gestational diabetes. Slight vision changes are common for pregnant women to experience.
How do you tell if you're pregnant without a test?
- Missed period. If you're in your childbearing years and a week or more has passed without the start of an expected menstrual cycle, you might be pregnant.
- Tender, swollen breasts.
- Nausea with or without vomiting.
- Increased urination.
- Fatigue.
How early is too early to tell parents you're pregnant?
Many women choose to delay announcing a pregnancy at least until the end of the first trimester (12 weeks into their pregnancy). This is commonly attributed to the risk of miscarriage during this time, but the 12-week mark is not a hard and fast rule you need to follow.