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1 Week Pregnant: Symptoms, Tips, Baby Development

Reviewed by

Dr. Anna Klepchukova

Intensive care medicine specialist, chief medical officer, Flo Health Inc., UK

You’ve probably heard that pregnancy is counted from the first day of your last period. Doctors do this because it’s very difficult to accurately measure the exact day of conception. This means that during week 1, you were actually not pregnant yet, but your body was already preparing for this event.

Although this week is considered to be the first week of pregnancy, you were actually on your period. Your baby won’t be conceived during the first two weeks of pregnancy!

Like we said before, the first week of pregnancy isn’t measured from the date you conceive. As a rule, the estimated delivery date is calculated by the gynecologist from the first day of the last menstruation, since it is often impossible to determine the exact day of conception. It occurs approximately 2 weeks later during ovulation.

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Pregnancy is calculated this way because, even if you know the exact date when you ovulated — a lot of women don’t — it’s still very difficult to be certain of the moment in which your baby was conceived. Especially if you’re trying to get pregnant, you’ll probably be having intercourse several times around your ovulation. So by the time you miss your period and find out you’re pregnant, you’ll probably be around 4 weeks pregnant!

Your baby at week 1 of pregnancy

Believe it or not, there’s no baby yet during your first week of pregnancy. During the first days of pregnancy, the egg that will be released — and hopefully fertilized — is starting to mature inside your ovaries. During your period, around 20 eggs or ova are still inside their ovarian follicles, and they start to prepare for next month’s ovulation. Only one, or occasionally two, eggs will actually be released into the fallopian tubes each cycle to be fertilized.

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While there’s no baby to be measured yet, your body is preparing itself for pregnancy. A woman’s egg is the largest single cell in the human body, and it begins to mature even during the first week of pregnancy.

This process is called the ovarian cycle, and during the first days of pregnancy, you’ll be entering the follicular phase. The beginning of this phase coincides with the start of your period. At first, a hormone called FSH or follicle stimulating hormone causes many immature follicles to begin preparing for ovulation.

But by days 5 to 7 of your cycle, one egg has become dominant. The dominant egg usually has a stronger blood supply and produces more estrogen. Estrogen will also stimulate the thickening of your uterine lining.

During the follicular phase, this dominant egg matures and then waits for ovulation.

Pregnancy week 1 fetal development

Since the conception hasn’t happened, there’s still no fetal development during the first week of pregnancy. However, that doesn’t mean that you can’t start working towards a healthy pregnancy.

Your egg and the father’s sperm are already gearing up for pregnancy. Having a healthy pregnancy largely depends on the quality of these two cells, which have to contain 23 chromosomes each. These 23 chromosomes contain all of your and your partner’s genetic information. When all 46 chromosomes are combined, you get a baby!

Even if there’s no baby yet, creating healthy lifestyle habits and taking prenatal vitamins before pregnancy can maximize your chances of conceiving a healthy baby.

During the first week of pregnancy, you’re actually going through your last menstruation before the baby. Since your estimated gestational age will be counted from the first day of your last period, technically the first day of your pregnancy will be the same as the day when you start menstruating.

During these days, your body will be getting rid of last month’s egg and uterine lining. Especially during the first two days of pregnancy — or the first two days of your period — most women experience a heavier menstrual flow. This will help your body prepare for a new cycle.

Once your period ends, a new egg will already be maturing, and your uterine lining or endometrium will start to thicken again. This lining is where the fertilized egg will implant itself after conception, ready to start growing.

Week 1 pregnant belly

There won’t really be a baby bump during the first week of your pregnancy, or really, for the next few weeks. Since you’ll be menstruating during this week, it is possible that hormonal changes might make you feel a bit bloated due to fluid retention. Other women experience cramps during their menstruation or abdominal tenderness.

Every woman has different symptoms during their period, and this one shouldn’t be any different from your previous menstruations

Week 1 pregnant symptoms

Since conception hasn’t occurred yet, you won’t experience pregnancy symptoms from day 1. For many women, their first real symptom of pregnancy comes a month later when they miss their period. But you might experience menstrual symptoms during the first days of pregnancy. Some of the most common menstrual symptoms include:

uterine cramps
breast tenderness
back pain
headaches
mood changes
acne or pimples
fatigue
diarrhea or constipation

Week 1 pregnant ultrasound: do you need it?

You don’t really need an ultrasound during the first week of pregnancy. However, your doctor might perform one if you haven’t had a pre-conceptional checkup or if you’ve had trouble conceiving. At this point, an ultrasound can help diagnose anatomical abnormalities that might make it harder for you to conceive, such as fibroids or polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Week 1 pregnant lifestyle

If you’re trying to conceive, there are many lifestyle changes you can adopt to improve your chances of getting pregnant. Some of these new habits include:

Starting a healthier diet: there isn’t a specific fertility diet, but eating healthier foods can help you get pregnant faster. Include foods like leafy greens, mercury-free fish, seeds and nuts, complex carbs, fruits, and plenty of water in your diet to prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy.
Avoid certain substances: even if you’re not technically pregnant, staying away from alcohol, tobacco, excessive caffeine, simple carbs, trans fats, and environmental pollutants can improve your chances of having a healthy baby.
Start exercising: it’s never too late to get healthy once you’ve decided you want a baby. Exercising is a great way to reach a healthy weight before a baby!
Get enough sleep: studies have shown that women who don’t get enough sleep can have more trouble getting pregnant.
Track your cycle: use a menstrual calendar like Flo to determine exactly when your cycle begins, how many days it lasts, and the approximate date of your ovulation.

Sex at week 1 of pregnancy

Most women aren’t on their fertile window during their period, and during the first week of pregnancy, you’ll still be around 14 days away from ovulation. But that doesn’t mean you can’t start practicing!

Sperm can live up to 5 days inside the uterine cavity, so even having sex a few days before ovulation can result in a pregnancy. Once you’ve decided you’re ready to conceive, avoid using lubricant. Some lubricants can change the pH inside your vagina and make it harder for sperm to swim.

Week 1 pregnant checklist

Even before conception, these are some things you can do to make sure your body is in top shape for a pregnancy:

start taking prenatal vitamins before pregnancy
track your menstrual cycle
set up a pre-conceptional visit with your doctor
quit smoking
reduce your caffeine intake
start exercising
get plenty of sleep
eat healthier foods
gather your and your partner’s family histories

What to ask your doctor?

If you’ve decided you’re ready to try for a baby, it’s time to get a pre-conceptional checkup. Your doctor can advise you on any necessary lifestyle changes, which are the best prenatal vitamins before pregnancy, and how to calculate your estimated delivery date. If you’re tracking your cycle, this information can help your doctor determine these dates.

Pregnancy is commonly divided into 3 terms, each of which takes a little more than 13 weeks. Full-term babies are born from 39 weeks to 40 weeks and 6/7 weeks of gestation. And if you’re pregnant with twins, it is advisable to deliver twins at 38 completed weeks' gestation or later to avoid neonatal complications. Keeping track of your cycle will allow your doctor to be certain of these dates even before the first ultrasound.

Even though there’s no baby during the first week of pregnancy, your body is already preparing itself for conception. That means that there are already many things you can do to improve your chances of having a healthy pregnancy. Follow a healthy lifestyle during the first days of pregnancy and you’ll be taking care of your baby even before it’s here!

References

https://www. thebump.com/pregnancy-week-by-week/1-weeks-pregnant https://www.babymed.com/pregnancy-week-by-week/1-week-pregnant

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Baby and You at 1 Week Pregnant: Symptoms and Development

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Key takeaways at week 1
Baby's development at week 1
Pregnancy symptoms this week
Your body at 1 week
Tips for week 1
Checklist for week 1

Key Takeaways at 1 Week Pregnant

At this stage of your journey, you’re not actually pregnant yet. In fact, you probably have your period; the symptoms you’re experiencing are a result of PMS, not pregnancy.
Now is the time to start prepping for pregnancy: Track your days to chart your cycle, begin taking a prenatal vitamin and make lifestyle changes to get ready for the long road ahead.
Just got a positive pregnancy test? You’ll want to skip ahead. If you’ve tested around the time of a missed period, you’re probably actually about four weeks along (congrats!).

In doctor speak, one week pregnant means you’re on your period and not yet pregnant. You won’t actually conceive your baby until week two or three, depending on the length of your cycle.

Baby at Week 1

If you’ve just found out you’re expecting, you might think this is your first week of pregnancy, but you’re probably around 4 weeks pregnant. Yes, already! (Your OB will give you a more accurate estimate when you go in for your first prenatal appointment.) Skip ahead and check out week 4.

How big is baby at 1 week?

Baby is but a glimmer in your eye. Remember you’re not actually pregnant yet—and if you are, you’re more likely about four or five weeks along.

1 week ultrasound

You’re not likely to have a 1 week pregnant ultrasound. But if you’ve been trying for a while to get pregnant and have seen a fertility specialist, you may have had an ultrasound to check for fibroids, to see how many follicles (which grow into eggs) are in your ovaries and/or to gauge the thickness of your uterine lining. If there are any problems, your doctor may prescribe a fertility treatment that can help you conceive. Now, get ready to have some sex. You’ve got a baby to make!

Pregnancy Symptoms at Week 1

At one week pregnant—remember, at this early stage, the symptoms you're experiencing are those typical to your period because you're not actually pregnant. These symptoms may last from three to seven days and can include:

Vaginal bleeding

Your body is shedding the uterine lining, which was plumped up just in case of a pregnancy.

Lower back pain and cramps

To release that lining, your uterus contracts, causing your back and abdomen to ache.

Bloating

Fluctuating hormones can give you a bloated belly right before and during your period.

Mood swings

Those hormone surges can also cause irritability and wreak havoc on your emotions

Headache

Many women complain of menstrual migraines, which are also hormone-related. (Surprise, surprise.) Ice packs, OTC pain relievers and relaxation exercises may help ease the pain.

Your Pregnant Belly at 1 Week

Inside your 1 week belly (remember, you’re not actually pregnant at this point), your body is releasing last month’s uterine lining and starting to form a new one, which (with a bit of luck!) will hold next month’s fertilized egg.

Cool fact: Human eggs are the largest cells in the body. An egg is smaller than a fleck of pepper. Your body will release one (or in rare cases, two) eggs somewhere between day 10 and day 19 of your menstrual cycle—or about 14 days before your next period is expected. It can be fertilized for about 12 to 24 hours after that. Having sex even before then is helpful, since sperm can live in your body for up to six days.

The first signs of pregnancy won’t occur right away—in fact, many women miss their period at week 4 before they begin to feel “different.” But some common early signs of pregnancy in the first weeks after fertilization include breast soreness or tenderness, nausea, fatigue and the frequent urge to pee.

At one week pregnant (aka hoping to be pregnant soon!), you’re probably thinking about how you can prep your body to carry a baby. It’s a good idea to start pregnancy at a healthy weight and free of bad habits such as smoking and drinking. Reduce your caffeine intake to the equivalent of a cup of coffee or two (we’re talking 8 ounce cups—not the Venti!) per day.

The first thing you’ll want to do is start a prenatal vitamin. Prenatal vitamins contain important vitamins and minerals to help support a healthy pregnancy. Second, we want to optimize trying to conceive. You can start by tracking your menstrual cycle and learning your fertile window. You can try using ovulation predictor kits to have a better understanding of when you’re ovulating to time intercourse. Also, make sure to pay attention to your lifestyle habits. Stop smoking and keep alcohol and caffeine to moderate consumption or less!

Temeka Zore

MD, ob-gyn and reproductive endocrinologist at Spring Fertility

Tips for 1 Week Pregnant

Stop unhealthy habits

Are you still smoking, drinking and taking in excessive amounts of caffeine? You don’t want to reactively stop doing these things after a positive pregnancy test. You should curb bad habits now before you're expecting.

Consider going for a preconcept ion visit

If you haven’t seen your doctor in a while, you might consider scheduling a visit before you even attempt to get pregnant. It’s a great way to get the ball rolling and have all your pressing questions addressed and answered.

Try to relax

Pregnancy can be stressful. And trying to conceive may be stressful tool. It’s easier said than done, but try not to sweat the small stuff while you’re getting started on this journey.

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First week of pregnancy

The most interesting thing about the first week of pregnancy is that there are two (weeks) of them. The first obstetric week begins on the first day of menstruation, the first embryonic week is counted from the moment the egg is fertilized. It is important for all expectant mothers to remember this difference and clarify which week the doctor leading the pregnancy is talking about. nine0003

CONTENTS

1. First obstetric week of pregnancy
2.1 week: what happens in a woman's body
3. Feelings of a woman and signs of pregnancy at the 1st obstetric week
4. Signs of pregnancy
5.1 weeks: what happens to the fetus, pregnancy diagnostics
6.Hints and tips

First obstetric week of pregnancy

The first week of menstruation can turn into the first week of pregnancy if fertilization of the egg and implantation of the ovum occurs in this menstrual cycle. If pregnancy did not occur in this cycle, the countdown starts again in the next cycle.

Good to know

Obstetric 1st week of pregnancy begins on the 1st day of the last menstruation, and 1st embryonic week is counted from the moment of fertilization of the egg. That is, 1 week of pregnancy in obstetric terms precedes ovulation and fertilization. Conception usually occurs between 2 and 3 obstetric weeks. nine0047
1 week: what happens in a woman's body

As already mentioned, there is no actual pregnancy at this time. All changes that occur in the female body correspond to the normal menstrual cycle. So, the 1st week of pregnancy begins with the fact that on the 1st day of menstruation, the pituitary gland secretes follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), under the influence of which a follicle begins to develop on the ovary. In a woman's blood, the concentration of the hormones estrogen and progesterone decreases and the amount of prostaglandin, a substance that causes uterine contractions, increases. Thanks to them, the surface of the uterus becomes loose, the layer of the endometrium exfoliates and comes out with menstrual bleeding. nine0051 After the end of menstruation, the hormonal background changes again. At the end of the first week of pregnancy, the growing follicle stimulates the production of estrogen. Under its influence, a new endometrium begins to grow in the uterus. In about ten days, he will be ready to receive a fertilized egg.

If there is a need for an ultrasound, it is prescribed at the end of the first week of pregnancy (usually on the 5th or 6th day of the cycle), when menstrual bleeding has already stopped. The doctor will see the growing follicle and will be able to accurately predict the date of ovulation (the release of the egg from the follicle). Sexual intercourse on the eve of ovulation and on this day increases the chances of getting pregnant, so the results of ultrasound will be useful for couples planning a baby. nine0051 Another way to calculate your ovulation date is to measure your basal body temperature. On the day of ovulation, it will rise sharply, the difference can be up to half a degree. Further temperature measurement will help determine the date of implantation and the fact of pregnancy.

Good to know

When planning a pregnancy, pay attention to the following interesting point. Spermatozoa, which are carriers of the “girl” chromosome, are quite tenacious: they can wait up to 7 days for an egg. Spermatozoa-"boys" live not so long - from several hours to 1-2 days. If you want to try to conceive a girl, it's worth trying somewhere three or more days before ovulation. If a boy, the day of conception should fall directly on the period of ovulation. nine0047
Feelings of a woman and signs of pregnancy at the 1st obstetric week

In the first weeks of pregnancy before the delay, the expectant mother will not feel anything unusual and new for herself at this stage of pregnancy. All sensations in the early stages will be familiar to her, corresponding to the state during menstruation, because the first week of pregnancy begins on the first day of menstruation.
For each woman, these sensations are individual, but for the majority, as a rule, the stomach pulls in the first weeks of pregnancy, there is aching pain in the lower back, and the chest becomes painful. Characterized by general malaise and sudden mood swings. If the stomach hurts a lot in the first week of pregnancy, a woman should consult a doctor. nine0003
Good to know

Often during menstruation, a woman's lower abdomen hurts so much that she is forced to take painkillers. If a couple is planning a pregnancy in this cycle, it is better for the expectant mother to refuse such pills.

When should a specialist be consulted? For example, if during menstruation the stomach hurts so much that the woman loses her ability to work. If the pain continuously torments for more than two days, the discharge has become very profuse and does not stop even on the 5th or 7th day of menstruation. nine0003
Signs of pregnancy

If we take into account the obstetric period, then the first signs in 1 week are absent. On the first day, the woman's body has just begun preparing for ovulation and possible conception. Therefore, of course, the typical symptoms of pregnancy, such as toxicosis, morning sickness, sore breasts and changes in the figure, do not bother a woman at this time. The expectant mother may encounter them starting from about 5 obstetric weeks. But here, too, everything is very individual: in some women, the symptoms of pregnancy are absent for a long time, while in others they appear already on the first day after conception. nine0003
1 week: what happens to the fetus, diagnosis of pregnancy

At this stage, only the prerequisites for the appearance of the fetus arise, and successful fertilization, which can occur in about two weeks, depends on many factors. Accordingly, ultrasound of the fetus at this time is not done. It should be noted that even in the first days of pregnancy (meaning the embryonic period), there are no reliable ways to confirm successful conception.

With the help of ultrasound in the first weeks of pregnancy on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th day of delay, it is most likely impossible to determine the presence of an embryo. The fetus in this study can be seen at about 5 or 7 days of delayed menstruation. The level of the hCG hormone (chorionic gonadotropin), which is produced in a woman's body during pregnancy, does not increase in the early stages, so on the first day of the delay, the test may also not show two cherished strips. Positive results can be detected only from 12-14 days after the conception of a child. nine0051

Useful tips and advice

It is very important for expectant parents to follow a healthy lifestyle, because an egg and a sperm cell are already maturing in their body - two cells that form an unborn child.
If one of the spouses is undergoing treatment, taking medications or doing some procedures, be sure to check with your doctor if it is permissible to plan a pregnancy in this menstrual cycle, how this can affect the development of the child. X-rays are also dangerous for the baby. The best solution during this period would be to conduct pregnancy under the supervision of specialists, so that the expectant mother and baby are always under supervision. nine0003
Expectant mothers are advised to avoid unfavorable working conditions and high physical activity. Any stressful situations should also be excluded.
Avoid large crowds, carefully observe hygiene rules so as not to contract a viral infection.
A varied, balanced diet for the expectant mother should include meat, fish, dairy products, complex carbohydrates, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Do not abuse foods that can cause allergies (citrus fruits, honey, etc.). nine0051 It is better to coordinate the intake of multivitamins for pregnant women with a gynecologist, he will help you choose the drug, taking into account the characteristics of health and place of residence (in some regions, there is not enough iodine, fluorine or other trace elements in the water, and the doctor will help take these factors into account).

Compliance with these simple recommendations will ensure the correct and full development of the fetus from the very first day. Remember that a mother should lead a healthy lifestyle not only in the first weeks of pregnancy, but also throughout the entire period of bearing a child in her stomach. nine0003
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Pregnancy is a cardinal change not only in a woman's body, but also in the psychological and moral state. And all these changes are driven by hormones. nine0051 There are general patterns of the first signs of pregnancy, fetal development and changes in a woman's body. Today we will tell you more about what happens in the first month after conception, how the fetus grows and about the condition of the woman herself.

In the first week of pregnancy, you are still living life “before” and do not even suspect that a new life has already been born and is starting its 9-month journey into the world. A fertilized egg is actively moving through the tubes, transforming every day.

Changes in a woman's body

It should be noted right away that there are obstetric and embryonic reference dates. Doctors count weeks from the first day of the last menstruation, although there is no pregnancy as such at this time.
Embryonic begins from the moment of conception. You can find out if you remember the date of sexual intercourse or pregnancy occurred in the IVF program.
Usually, in the first week after conception, many women are not even aware of their pregnancy. But the body is already beginning to prepare for childbearing and childbirth, rebuilding to the needs of the baby. nine0051 The uterus becomes softer and looser from the inside, so that the embryo can more securely gain a foothold in the endometrium. The hormonal system also begins to rebuild.

Feeling and signs of pregnancy

Few lucky women can feel the coming changes. Basically, the woman does not care about anything.
Usually, the first signs of pregnancy are similar to premenstrual syndrome - the breasts slightly enlarge, become more sensitive, pulling pains appear in the lower abdomen. The lower back can hurt and appetite increases, irritability and slight drowsiness appear. nine0051 Signs of pregnancy in the form of morning sickness and reactions to smells are usually absent.

What happens to the fetus?

But real miracles happen to the embryo. The embryo moves this week through the fallopian tube towards the uterus. At the same time, a cluster of 8 cells, which are called blastomeres, turn into one ball. Later, the outer part will become the placenta, and the inner part will become the fetus. But this will happen only after a couple of weeks.

First week recommendations

You need to monitor your health constantly. Gynecologists at the Ivymed clinic recommend preparing for pregnancy about six months before conception by starting to lead a healthy lifestyle.
In the first week, special attention should be paid to dental treatment, fungal diseases, problems with the uterine cavity and other “female” problems, try to avoid stress and crowds, sleep and eat well.

Usually this week you are not yet aware of the onset of pregnancy, but the body is already beginning to rebuild. The fetus, as such, has formed, it only reaches the uterus and becomes stronger. nine0003
What happens to a woman's body

In the second week after conception, the woman continues to suffer from the symptoms of the upcoming menstruation. But there is no delay - and there is no reason to “worry” either.
But the human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) or “pregnancy hormone” is already actively beginning to be produced.
But rapid tests for early diagnosis of pregnancy are not yet reliable: there is not enough hormone in the urine for reliable results. But laboratory blood tests from a vein for hCG are more informative. nine0003
Sensations

In the second week, premenstrual symptoms usually continue, as in the first week. Since the hormonal system is already being rebuilt, the mood can change dramatically: from hysteria to violent joy. You may feel more tired and sleepy, even if you slept well.
The belly in the second week of pregnancy is not yet growing: the embryo is too small to somehow affect the size.

How the fetus develops

By the second week of pregnancy, the fetal egg is implanted in the uterus and fixed in it. nine0051 The future fetus contains about 200 cells, each of which is responsible for important functions - the development of organs, the formation of the fetus and other genetic information.
At this time, the foundations of vital systems are already being laid: chorion, amniotic stalk, amnion and primary yolk sac.

Advice for moms in the second week

Regardless of whether you feel the symptoms of pregnancy, you should give up alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, heavy physical exertion, stress. nine0051 If you haven't fixed your health problems, it's time to fix them. If you have not yet led a healthy lifestyle, it's time to pay attention to it.
To settle an unstable emotional state, take up swimming, yoga, walks in the fresh air. Try to sleep at least 8 hours.

At the 3rd week of pregnancy you have a slight delay in menstruation, you begin to feel the first signs of pregnancy. There is a clear sense of "unusual" condition. But it is easy to confuse it with the harbingers of menstruation, especially if this is your first pregnancy. nine0003
What happens in the body at the 3rd week

It is often during the third week of pregnancy that women complain of elevated body temperature (up to 37.5), and their immunity is noticeably reduced. This all happens because the amount of hCG increases at week 3 in order to preserve the fetus.
Increases the amount of estrogen, which can lead to chest pain, dizziness and headaches.
Progesterone is no less active - it is engaged in "calming" the uterus, but it negatively affects the intestines. Heartburn, flatulence, bloating and constipation occur. nine0003
Feelings of a woman

At this time, a woman feels all the “charms” of pregnancy symptoms: morning sickness, change in taste preferences, severe fatigue and drowsiness, frequent urination, pain in the chest and lower abdomen, slight bloating.
The belly itself at the 3rd week of pregnancy is not visible to others, but you may experience discomfort from previously beloved skinny jeans and rearrange the fastener in the belt one notch further.
Mood swings are now your "normal" state. nine0003
Development of the fetus in the third week

At this time, the future baby is already more like an embryo: the beginnings of the nervous, hematopoietic, and skeletal systems are laid. Future internal organs and bones are formed.
But the fruit is still small - its size reaches up to 2 mm, and weighs only one gram. On ultrasound in the third week, the fetus looks like a poppy seed.

Diet for the third week

Just like in the previous weeks, it is important to reconsider your lifestyle and give up alcohol and tobacco without fail. All this can then affect the baby and his health. nine0051 The 3rd week of pregnancy in a woman's life should be calm: without heavy physical and moral stress, hypothermia and overheating.
The diet at this time should be significantly revised if you have not previously been an adherent of a healthy diet. Now it is important to have a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals.
If necessary, your gynecologist at the Ivymed clinic may prescribe an additional complex of supplements or individual elements, such as folic acid.

It is characterized by all the same signs as in the third week, only menstruation still does not occur, and the symptoms of pregnancy are getting brighter. nine0003
What happens in the mother's body

The belly is still not noticeable, but the breasts increase significantly in size. This is how the body prepares for lactation. The nipples may darken.
Hormones continue to “rage”, which is why the expectant mother has problems with the intestines and digestive organs.
If red or brown discharge appears at this time, you need to urgently consult a doctor - the risk of miscarriage this week is very high.

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