Pregnancy - week by week: Week 7 – 9

Pregnancy - week by week: Week 7 – 9

Week 7

Tiny Baby But Gaining Weight Fast! That’s pretty much what describes your baby at this point. Your little one is approx. 1/3 of an inch in size. Compare this to the size of a grain of rice. The brain is growing and so are the eyes, the nostrils, the intestines, the pancreas, and the bronchi. The little buds that started appearing in week 6 are now taking more shape to be arms and legs.

The 7^th week is usually the last week with the known symptoms of early pregnancy appearing. Naturally you are not showing yet (unless you describe your joy and excitement of being a Mom soon as showing). Weight loss is still normal at this stage of pregnancy. Just wait a few more weeks and the opposite will be the case. If you are still fighting with morning sickness, make sure to eat and drink frequently. An empty stomach is causing more problems.

Week 8
The baby’s heartbeat can now be picked up by an ultrasound. Given the small size of the baby’s body, but tiny fingers and toes are already developing. The face is taking shape and ears, eyes, and the nose are now recognizable.  The intestines start to form in the umbilical cord.

Your uterus is now approx. the size of an orange or a small Grapefruit. You might already be gaining some weight. If you have been pregnant before you might eventually be showing already. Your muscles and ligaments are just not as tight and strong anymore. Skin irritations and problems can show up and make you think you are back in your teenage years. Don’t worry – these problems will go away after you reach the second trimester.

Week 9
Bones are now on the menu. The bones are now developing. The eye is on its way to become what we know as an eye. The tongue is beginning to develop. The intestines start to move out of the umbilical cord where they have started to develop. They will slowly make their way into the abdomen as the baby’s body grows. Little fingers and thumbs have appeared but are very short.

Are you aware you're missing your second period already with the 9th week? Your breasts will become a little fuller and will be more sensitive to contact. It is the time to look for some more supportive bras. You are gaining weight – mostly around your waistline. Did you notice any heartburn or constipation? Those are typical signs of pregnancy. Make sure you drink enough fluids. Dehydration is a common pregnancy problem as many women underestimate the increased need of fluids that your body is consuming.