๐ Week-by-Week Development
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Poppy seed
Implantation
5
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Sesame seed
Heart forming
6
๐ซ
Lentil
Heartbeat!
7
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Blueberry
Limb buds
8
๐ซ
Raspberry
Fingers forming
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Cherry
Tiny movements
10
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Strawberry
Organs formed
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Fig
Tooth buds
12
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Lime
Reflexes start
๐ฅ Common Symptoms
๐คข Morning Sickness
๐ด Fatigue
๐ค Headaches
๐ซ Dizziness
๐ฅ Heartburn
๐ค Bloating
๐ฆต Leg Cramps
๐ข Mood Swings
๐คง Nasal Congestion
โก Round Ligament Pain
๐ฆท Bleeding Gums
๐ค Insomnia
๐ Trimester Checklists
๐ฑ First Trimester
- โ Schedule first prenatal visit
- โ Start prenatal vitamins
- โ Get blood work done
- โ Avoid harmful foods
- โ Tell your employer (optional)
- โ First ultrasound (8โ12 wks)
๐ธ Second Trimester
- โ Anatomy scan (18โ22 wks)
- โ Gender reveal (if desired)
- โ Start baby registry
- โ Glucose screening test
- โ Begin birthing classes
- โ Plan the nursery
๐ผ Third Trimester
- โ Pack hospital bag
- โ Install car seat
- โ Write birth plan
- โ Pre-register at hospital
- โ Finalize baby name
- โ Prepare freezer meals
๐ฐ Featured Articles
Guide
Your First Prenatal Visit: What to Expect
Everything you need to know about your first OB appointment, including what tests to expect and questions to ask.
Symptoms
Morning Sickness Remedies That Actually Work
Evidence-based strategies for managing nausea, from ginger supplements to the B6 + Unisom protocol.
Nutrition
The Complete Pregnancy Diet Guide
What to eat, what to avoid, and how to get the right nutrients in every trimester for a healthy pregnancy.
Checklist
Hospital Bag Checklist: The Complete Packing List
Don't forget anything! Our printable checklist covers everything for mom, baby, and partner.