If you think you may be pregnant, the easiest and most common way to confirm it is by using a home pregnancy test kit. These kits check for a pregnancy hormone called hCG in the urine and are usually reliable if used after a missed period. For better accuracy, it is best to test with the first urine sample of the morning and carefully follow the instructions on the kit. Common early signs of pregnancy may include missed periods, nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, tiredness, increased urination, or mild abdominal discomfort, but these symptoms can also occur for other reasons, so a test is important for confirmation. If the home test is positive, or if periods remain delayed despite a negative test, consult a gynaecologist for further evaluation. A doctor may suggest a blood test or an ultrasound scan to confirm the pregnancy and check that everything is developing normally. Seek medical attention immediately if you have severe abdominal pain, fainting, or heavy bleeding, as these can sometimes indicate an ectopic pregnancy or another urgent condition. Until pregnancy is confirmed, avoid taking unnecessary medicines, smoking, alcohol, or other harmful substances without medical advice.