1. Validation: observed during the first trimester.
- Ambivalent, shock or denial may be experienced at the time of knowing occurrence of pregnancy.
- Introvert manifestation is usual with weight gain and other outward signs of pregnancy.
2. Fetal Embodiment: Second trimester.
- Fetus is viewed as part of self.
- Role adjustment - time of emotional maturity.
- Gains " inner" strength with the condition.
3. Fetal Distinction: Common when pregnancy reached fifth lunar month.
- Fetus is viewed as separate to herself.
- Quickening encourages this feeling.
- Woman day dreaming on her role as mother and the future of the baby.
4. Role Transition: Third trimester.
- Woman becomes irritable and wanted to end the pregnancy.
- With concrete plans about herself and the baby.
