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10 Weeks Pregnant | Pregnancy

When you're pregnant, you have lots of questions. Our week-by-week pregnancy guide is packed with lots of useful information. From what's happening inside your body, to how your baby is developing, and tips and advice on having a healthy pregnancy – this is your one-stop pregnancy guide!

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Welcome to week 10. Pregnancy is divided into 3 chunks, called "trimesters". You are nearly at the end of your 1st trimester. By the 2nd trimester you will probably have lots more energy and all those signs of early pregnancy will gradually fade away.

Around now, you may have a booking appointment with a midwife. You'll be asked lots of questions about your health and medical history. You can ask lots of questions too.

What's happening in my body?

You may be struggling to do up your jeans. Your uterus (womb) is around the size of a large orange, while your baby is more like the size of an apricot.

You may be feeling bloated and you might find yourself burping or passing wind – this is due to your hormones. The female hormone progesterone is just doing its job – relaxing the muscles in your womb so that it can expand along with your growing baby. However, in the process, the muscles in your digestive tract also become looser and this can lead to symptoms such as heartburn.

How to beat the bloating

You can help digestive problems such as bloating and burping by changing what you eat. Try making yourself 6 small meals a day and avoid eating late at night.

Eat slowly, sip fluids and avoid smoking and alcohol. A short stroll after meals may help. Some people find their symptoms happen after drinking coffee or eating rich, spicy and fatty foods.

Read NHS advice on dealing with indigestion and heartburn in pregnancy.

Early pregnancy symptoms (at 10 weeks)

Your pregnancy symptoms may include:

  • extreme tiredness
  • nausea
  • mood swings
  • a metallic taste in your mouth
  • sore breasts
  • indigestion and heartburn
  • headaches
  • dizziness
  • new likes and dislikes for food and drink
  • a heightened sense of smell
  • a white milky pregnancy discharge from your vagina
  • light spotting (see your doctor if you get bleeding in pregnancy)
  • cramping, a bit like period pains
  • darkened skin on your face or brown patches - this is known as chloasma or the –mask of pregnancy–
  • greasier, spotty skin
  • thicker and shinier hair
  • bloating and the feeling of being bloated (read ways of dealing with bloating on week 10's page

Read Tommy's guide to common pregnancy symptoms.

If any symptoms are worrying you, talk to your midwife or doctor.

What does my baby look like?

Your baby, or foetus, is now around 30mm long from head to bottom, which is about the size of a small apricot. The baby will be making jerky movements and baby's movement can be seen on a scan.

Your baby is going through another huge growth spurt. The head is still too big for the body, but the face is more recognisably in proportion. The eyes are half closed but can react to light. The ears are starting to form, the mouth now has a delicate upper lip and the nose has 2 little nostrils. The jaw bone is shaping up too, and contains tiny versions of your baby's milk teeth. The heart is beating extremely quickly at 180bpm – that's about 3 times your heart rate.

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You might have started thinking about where you'd like to have your baby. Would you prefer a hospital or a midwife-led birthing centre? Start doing some research into your local options.

This week you could also:

Share the news with your GP or ask for an appointment with a midwife at your doctors' surgery. Alternatively you can refer yourself to your local hospital – look for contact details on their website.

You'll need to arrange a booking appointment. This usually takes place between weeks eight and 12 and takes around an hour. You can talk about the options for your pregnancy and the birth. Plus you'll be offered screening tests for infectious diseases, and conditions such as Down's syndrome. You could ask about the Maternity Transformation Programme and how it could benefit you.

You will be offered your first dating scan at 8 to 14 weeks.

If it's your first pregnancy, you will probably have around 10 appointments and 2 scans in total. Ask if it's possible to see the same carer for your entire pregnancy, to give you continuity.

Ask your midwife or doctor about online antenatal classes – they may be able to recommend one. The charity Tommy's has lots of useful information on antenatal classes and preparing you for birth.

Antenatal classes will give you the chance to meet other people and prepare you for parenthood. The NCT offers online antenatal classes with small groups of people that live locally to you.

Take prenatal vitamins. You're advised to take 400 micrograms of folic acid, every day, until at least week 12. This helps your baby's nervous system to form and offers some protection from conditions such as spina bifida.

To keep bones and muscles healthy, we need vitamin D. From late March/early April to the end of September, most people make enough vitamin D from sunlight on their skin. However, between October and early March, you should consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement because we cannot make enough from sunlight.

Some people should take a vitamin D supplement all year round, find out if this applies to you on the NHS website. You just need 10 micrograms (it's the same for grown-ups and kids). Check if you're entitled to free vitamins.

It's recommended that you do 150 minutes of exercise a week while pregnant. You could start off with just 10 minutes of daily exercise - perhaps take a brisk walk outside. Check out Sport England's #StayInWorkOut online exercises (scroll to the pregnancy section). Listen to your body and do what feels right for you.

There's no need to eat for 2. If you pile on the pounds, you could put you and your baby at risk of health problems such as high blood pressure. Eat healthily, with plenty of fresh fruit and veg, and avoid processed, fatty and salty foods. You may be able to get free milk, fruit and veg through the Healthy Start scheme.

If you have a long term health condition, then let your specialist or GP know that you're pregnant as soon as possible. Don't stop taking any regular medication without discussing it first with your doctor.

How are you today? If you're feeling anxious or low, then talk to your midwife or doctor who can point you in the right direction to get all the support that you need. You could also discuss your worries with your partner, friends and family.

You may be worried about your relationship, or money, or having somewhere permanent to live. Don't keep it to yourself. It's important to ask for help if you need it.

Want to know when the baby's due?

Use the NHS's pregnancy due date calculator. You'll get a more accurate date from your doctor or midwife when you have a dating scan (usually at 8 to 14 weeks).

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Baby Development, Symptoms and Tips

Key Takeaways at 10 Weeks Pregnant

  • You’re in the home stretch of the first trimester! If you haven’t experienced any pregnancy symptoms yet, you might suddenly start noticing changes in your body—aches, pains and visible veins are all par for the course right now.
  • Nope, it’s not a burrito baby. It’s a teeny-tiny starter bump. Noone else may notice it yet, but you probably won’t be able to keep your little secret for much longer.
  • Your first prenatal visit has probably happened already (or will take place this week). In addition to an early ultrasound (and hearing and seeing baby’s heartbeat!), your doctor may discuss some potential options for a nuchal translucency screening and non-invasive prenatal testing. Both screen for chromosomal abnormalities.

Hello baby bump! Now that you’ve reached 10 weeks pregnant, you may stop wondering when you’ll start to actually look pregnant, because it’s probably right around now! Even more exciting? Baby is no longer an embryo—they’re officially considered a fetus. That means your 10 week fetus is becoming more and more baby-like, and you’re inching closer and closer to leaving the nasties of the first trimester behind you.

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Baby at Week 10

Week 10 of pregnancy is a milestone: Baby is no longer an embryo—they’re now a fetus! These two terms simply define different phases of development. The embryonic phase is about forming major organs, including the brain, heart, and lungs, plus the arms and legs. Once you’ve got a fetus, those organs and parts are formed and are now growing and developing.

At 10 weeks pregnant, baby has working arm joints, and cartilage and bones are forming. Fingernails and hair are starting to appear too! And can you believe baby is busy practicing swallowing and kicking inside your 10 weeks pregnant belly?

How big is baby at 10 weeks?

During week 10 of pregnancy, baby is as big as a strawberry, measuring about 1.2 inches long and weighing about .14 ounces. Your 10 week fetus’s body length will almost double in the next three weeks. Wow!

10 weeks pregnant is how many months?

At 10 weeks pregnant, you’re about two months and two weeks pregnant—but remember, doctors prefer to track pregnancy by week, not by month. That’s because pregnancy is 40 weeks long, as calculated from the first day of your last period, and that adds up to more than nine months!

10 week ultrasound

Ten weeks is an important time if you’ve decided to have some first trimester genetic testing. Genetic testing is optional; which ones you choose to get—or not get—is up to you, but a genetic counselor can help you decide based on your family history and risk factors.

The nuchal translucency screening (aka NT Scan) typically happens between weeks 10 and 14; it tests your fetus for risk of Down syndrome and several other chromosomal abnormalities. For it, you’ll have a painless ultrasound, and baby’s nuchal fold (back of the neck) will be measured for signs of abnormality. The NTS is typically done as part of a “First Trimester Screen” where your blood is tested and your risk is assessed based on the results of both the ultrasound and the blood test.

A cell-free fetal DNA test, also known as a non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT), is a blood test drawn at week 10 or later. It screens mom’s blood for signs of risk for Down syndrome, Edward Syndrome, Patau Syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities. Other, more invasive tests—the CVS and amniocentesis—can be used to diagnose abnormalities as well. They’re typically performed if you have a higher risk of having a baby with a chromosomal abnormality, whether based on family history, risk factors or NTS or NIPT results.

The CVS (chorionic villus sampling), performed between weeks 10 and 13, uses an ultrasound to determine the placenta’s location. Then, using ultrasound as a guide, the doctor inserts a needle through your belly or through the vagina while doing a speculum exam to collect cells from the placenta. Those cells are tested for genetic abnormalities.

If you opt for amniocentesis, you’ll schedule it for between weeks 15 and 20. Overwhelmed by all the first- and second-trimester testing? Trust us; once you’re done with it, you’ll be able to concentrate on more fun to-dos.

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Pregnancy Symptoms at Week 10

Wondering what to expect at 10 weeks pregnant? As baby grows, your ligaments and muscles are starting to stretch inside your 10 weeks pregnant belly, your breasts are getting bigger and some other radical changes may be happening. Here are some of the most common 10 weeks pregnant symptoms:

Round ligament pain

Don’t be surprised if you start feeling some aches and pains in your abdomen as it stretches to accommodate your growing baby. While some moms-to-be don’t really get or notice them, others find these sensations—called round ligament pain—well, downright painful. If you’re 10 weeks pregnant with twins, round ligament pain could be even more noticeable. Let your OB know if your discomfort is intense or if you’re worried in any way about your 10 weeks pregnant symptoms.

Growing breasts

Your breasts have probably gotten bigger and a bit sore by week 10 of pregnancy, since they’ve been prepping for breastfeeding for weeks already!

Morning sickness

Nausea and vomiting are pretty common at 10 weeks pregnant, and of course it’s not always in the morning. The good news is, they’ll likely subside soon after you hit the second trimester.

Mood swings

Fatigue

You’re zapped. Here’s why: Not only is your body working really hard to grow baby, but your sleep might be disrupted by some pretty weird dreams.

Increased vaginal discharge

An increased blood flow to your vagina coupled with an increase in estrogen production could cause more of a clear, odorless discharge called leukorrhea. It might seem a little gross, but this substance is simply nature’s way of getting rid of bacteria. If it’s colored, tinged with blood, has a foul odor or causes discomfort, however, call your doctor. Those could be signs of something else.

Visible veins

Those blue streaks are an important reminder: They’re a sign of all the extra blood circulating in your body for your growing baby! You may also see spider veins begin to appear because of the extra blood in your veins.

What you might feel like at 10 weeks pregnant

Do you find yourself wondering, "what should I feel like at 10 weeks pregnant?" The answer: tired and definitely pregnant. Two and a half months into your pregnancy, you're probably experiencing clear 10 weeks pregnant symptoms. You’re likely to feel exhausted, achy and all around hormonal. Sometimes you'll feel excited about the changes your body is going through, and other times you might feel frustrated. All of it is okay and perfectly normal.

Your Pregnant Belly at 10 Weeks

Your 10 weeks pregnant belly is probably just starting to show. That’s because your baby is continuing their rapid growth and so your tummy has started to develop some extra curve. You still might not look pregnant to people you meet, but you might need some pants with a stretchy waistband and some loose-fitting tops right around 10 weeks pregnant.

Many doctors recommend gaining about one to five pounds during the first trimester for pregnant women of normal BMI. So you’re right on track if you find yourself having gained a few pounds at 10 weeks pregnant.

If you’re pregnant with twins, your doctor may recommend you gain about a pound per week in the first half of your pregnancy, which means you could have gained about 10 pounds by the time you’ve reached 10 weeks pregnant with twins. But don’t worry if you haven’t gained that much weight, or even if you’ve lost weight due to morning sickness. You’ll hopefully be able to put weight back on during the second trimester when the nausea decreases.

Can you have a baby bump at 10 weeks?

You absolutely can. One of the 10 weeks pregnant symptoms is tight waistbands and some roundness in your lower abdomen that you can’t suck in. Everyone shows differently, and your baby bump will vary with your particular body shape and size, and may also depend on the shape of your uterus. If this isn’t your first pregnancy, or you’re carrying multiples, you’re more likely to have a visible baby bump in your first trimester. If you’re not obviously pregnant yet, just wait—your belly will grow with time.

Can you feel baby at 10 weeks?

Everyone waits for that first telltale flutter from baby, so you might be asking, “can you feel baby at 10 weeks?” Even though baby is getting those practice kicks in, you’re unlikely to feel a 10 week fetus move before the second trimester, because those kicks and movements are just too small to sense at this early stage. Even if you don’t feel it quite yet, you can enjoy watching baby kick during your ultrasound!

“Feeling moody? It’s normal and one of the many signs your body is producing those much needed hormones! Grab some tissues, give yourself some grace and remember it’s really those hormones and not you!” - Renée Goff, PsyD, PMH-C, licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Orchid Wellness & Mentoring in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Tips for 10 Weeks Pregnant

Here’s what you can do to live your healthiest life during this exciting but stressful time.

Eat first thing to curb nausea

Nausea is often worse in the morning, hence the term “morning sickness.” Keep granola bars or saltine crackers by the bed so you can have a small snack before even getting up. You might find this helps keep morning sickness at bay.

Get your vitamins

You’re growing a whole new person, which means you’ll need to be good about taking your prenatal vitamin and consuming vitamin-rich foods. Vitamin D, C and A are particularly important, as is folic acid, DHA, iron, calcium and potassium.

Snack well

Eating the right foods helps you get the vitamins and minerals that you and your 10 week fetus need, and it can help you feel better too. Snacks high in potassium, like mangoes or bananas, can help with nausea, while the protein and essential nutrients in eggs and nuts offer a nutritional punch and help keep you from getting hangry.

Don’t push it

The list of 10 weeks pregnant symptoms feature exhaustion, dizziness, swinging emotions and strong reactions to smells, foods or sights. Your body is changing quickly, and you’re flooded with hormones. This means that your 10 weeks pregnant symptoms can run the gamut from mild to intense. Let your body tell you when to rest or slow down. Most of these symptoms should dissipate soon.

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10th week of pregnancy: sensations, signs, fetal development

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By the 10th week of pregnancy, the sensations caused by hormonal changes in a woman's body usually subside. Morning sickness, dizziness and weakness may still bother you, but gradually give way to the "honeymoon" of pregnancy, which comes in the second trimester. The embryo continues to actively grow, develop, and at the 10th obstetric week of pregnancy acquires the status of a fetus. nine0003

8 min. for reading By Oksana Negrich Feb. 17, 2022

10 week fetal development

At 10 weeks pregnant, the baby is about the size of a strawberry or a little cream. Now his height is 30–40 mm, and his weight is about 5 grams. The body of the child is covered with thin fluffy hairs - lanugo. nine0003

All the vital organs of the baby are already formed, but they continue to grow and improve. The head, still large in relation to the body, is rounded, the neck appears, the brain and nerve endings are actively developing.

By the 10th week of pregnancy, all the facial bones appear, so the facial features become clearer. Eyes and eyelids have already formed, eyebrows are starting to grow, ears have acquired lobes. The rudiments of milk teeth appear, which erupt in the first year after the birth of a child. nine0003

The bones of the skeleton, previously more like cartilage, harden. Therefore, the crumbs during this period need more calcium. The limbs become stronger, the membranes between the fingers disappear, the nails begin to grow. Muscles develop intensively, the baby learns to bend and unbend his arms at the elbows and wrists. Along with this, the umbilical cord becomes longer, which allows the child to move inside the amniotic sac, starting from its walls. Already at the 10th obstetric week of pregnancy, the fetus is actively moving, but the expectant mother does not yet feel it. nine0003

Muscle tissue appears not only on the limbs, but also in the oral cavity, which allows the baby to swallow. The tiny tongue is covered with taste buds.

The child's intestines, kidneys, liver and pancreas are already working. The heart is still beating very fast - up to 160-170 beats per minute.

10th week of pregnancy: well-being and changes in the mother's body

At the 10th week of pregnancy, the belly is still little noticeable, but the figure is gradually rounded: the breasts noticeably increase, and the hips move forward when walking. The uterus during this period reaches the size of a large orange and can put pressure on neighboring organs, provoking frequent urge to urinate. Sometimes this can be accompanied by incontinence, which manifests itself during strong exertion, laughter, sneezing or coughing. nine0003

Despite a slight increase in the waist, during the 10th week of pregnancy, the sensations in the abdomen are not very pleasant. The round ligaments that support the growing uterus are stretched, causing pain in the lower abdomen. Discomfort is aggravated by turning while lying down or during heavy physical exertion.

Important!

Normally, round ligament tenderness resolves on its own. But if the discomfort is too strong, accompanied by fever or strange discharge, be sure to consult a doctor. nine0038

High levels of the hormones relaxin and progesterone are kept in the blood, which are necessary for bearing a child, but at the same time they often cause drowsiness and increased fatigue. Also, hormonal changes in the body stimulate hair growth, even in places where there were not so many of them before. But do not be afraid, after childbirth it will pass.

The growing uterus and placenta require more blood, so during this period the heart works 40-50% more intensively. Also, due to an increase in blood volume and an increase in hormone levels at the 10th week of pregnancy, the discharge becomes more abundant. Beli (the so-called normal physiological discharge) is normally transparent, milky white or slightly yellowish, mucous and practically odorless. nine0003

Important!

If the discharge has a peculiar smell or color change, if it is accompanied by itching or discomfort in the vaginal area, be sure to consult your doctor.

Toxicosis at this stage is still a concern, but not so acute. By week 12, nausea usually subsides completely. As for sex at the 10th week of pregnancy, you should be careful, but you don’t need to give up intimate life at all. After all, sex is a pleasant way of emotional unloading and strengthening the closeness of future parents. And in order not to harm the baby, use barrier contraception and give up for a while from excessive activity or risky experiments. nine0003

What to look out for at 10 weeks pregnant

The first trimester is the most important and stressful period of pregnancy. During the first 8-10 weeks, the fetus is the most fragile. Any external factors - stress, illness, improperly selected medications, insomnia, nutritional problems - can affect the formation of vital organs and systems and cause irreversible consequences.

By the 10th week of pregnancy, the dangers are slightly less. The crisis period has actually passed, since the main organs have formed and strengthened the placenta, which protects the baby from substances harmful to him. But this does not mean that you can completely relax and neglect the doctor's recommendations. nine0003

At the 10th obstetric week of pregnancy, you still need to carefully monitor your well-being so as not to miss alarming symptoms that may indicate health-threatening conditions.

  • Pain in the lower abdomen. Many mothers during this period experience discomfort caused by sprains of the round ligaments - and this is normal. But if during pregnancy at week 10 the stomach hurts constantly, if the pain is severe, sharp, accompanied by fever or chills, you should immediately consult a doctor for help. nine0066
  • Severe headaches. The first weeks of pregnancy are often accompanied by periodic headaches, weakness and dizziness. This reduces the quality of life, but does not pose a danger to mother and child. But if the head hurts continuously, the attacks are very strong, up to nausea, loss of orientation and darkness in the eyes, it is worth scheduling a visit to the doctor as soon as possible. Such symptoms may indicate high blood pressure, which requires proper treatment and supervision by a specialist. nine0066
  • Painful nausea. Toxicosis at the 10th week of pregnancy is absolutely normal. But if nausea and vomiting increase and do not stop during the day, perhaps these are signs of hyperemesis - a severe form of toxicosis. Only a specialist can help get rid of such a syndrome.
  • Itching and burning when urinating. Urging to the toilet is common during pregnancy. But be careful: if urination is accompanied by itching, burning or pain, you need to consult a doctor and make sure that these are not signs of a urinary tract infection. nine0066
  • Bloody discharge. Blood on underwear is one of the most alarming symptoms during pregnancy. Therefore, if the discharge has become pink, dark red, brown, and even more so a bright scarlet hue, consult a doctor immediately.

How to take care of yourself during pregnancy

1. Pregnancy 10 weeks: a balanced diet

Your baby needs enough nutrients, vitamins and minerals to grow and develop properly. Therefore, throughout pregnancy, it is important to eat healthy and varied food: lean meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables, fruits, whole grain bread. nine0003

In addition, in the 10th week of pregnancy, pay special attention to cottage cheese, dairy products, milk and other foods rich in calcium. It is during this period that the bones are actively strengthened in the fetus and the rudiments of teeth are formed, so any food with a high content of calcium is very important.

Important!

If you can't eat certain foods, ask your doctor for prenatal vitamins. But in no case do not self-medicate - an excess of some substances can be no less harmful than a deficiency. nine0038

It is also advisable to avoid unhealthy foods and drinks during pregnancy. First of all, these are:

  • Alcohol, carbonated soft drinks.
  • Fatty, fried and smoked foods.
  • Sugar and sweets in large quantities.
  • Fish and seafood high in mercury (certain types of tuna, marlin, king mackerel, tilefish, and others).
  • Foods that are too salty or spicy.
  • Raw meat and raw fish dishes. nine0066
  • Soft cheeses with mold.
  • Cured and dried meat and fish that have not been cooked.

It is also important to limit coffee consumption to 2 cups a day, then this will not harm the baby's health. And don't forget to drink plenty of clean water.

2. Healthy sleep and rest

Until the end of the first trimester, the expectant mother continues to experience drowsiness and fatigue. Therefore, it is important to establish a regimen for good rest and a sufficient amount of sleep. This will help restore strength and positively affect the development of the baby. nine0003

3. Comfortable underwear

Breasts are growing, and to avoid discomfort and stretch marks, you need to replace your usual underwear with more comfortable models of natural fabric bras with wide straps and comfortable cups without internal seams.

Due to the increased load, women often develop varicose veins during childbearing. To avoid serious disorders in the later stages, take care of your vessels already at 10 weeks of gestation. Walk more, do not cross your legs while sitting, and consult a phlebologist about wearing compression underwear to prevent varicose veins. nine0003

What to discuss with the doctor at the 10th week of pregnancy

1. Tests and ultrasound

If you have not been to the doctor since the beginning of pregnancy, then it's time to contact the antenatal clinic. Moreover, the deadlines for the first scheduled screening are approaching. The doctor will be able to check all aspects of pregnancy at 10 weeks and give a referral for the examinations necessary during this period:

  • general blood and urine analysis;
  • analysis to determine the blood group and Rh factor;
    • nine0063 blood test for infections and various diseases;
  • determination of blood glucose level;
  • smear for flora and cytology.

If there are complaints or indications at the 10th obstetric week of pregnancy, the doctor may order additional examinations, for example, a blood test to determine the level of the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). It helps to understand whether the pregnancy is proceeding normally, and to exclude the threat of its termination.

Ultrasound is rarely done at 10 weeks of gestation. Usually this procedure is carried out during the first screening - at 12 weeks. But if there is an indication, the doctor can perform an ultrasound diagnosis to take a good look at the fetus and make sure everything is in order. nine0003

2. Physical activity

Pregnancy at 10 weeks is a great time when the tummy does not interfere with movement, so you can (and even need to!) go in for sports and keep your body in good shape. If before conceiving a child you regularly did fitness, yoga, ran or went to the pool, you should not give up training. But be sure to warn your trainer about pregnancy and consult with your gynecologist about the selected exercises.

If earlier you did not move much and the body is not accustomed to physical activity, you should not experiment at the 10th obstetric week of pregnancy. Start small - walk more, walk in the fresh air, do a light workout or special yoga for pregnant women. If you have contraindications or you are not sure which exercises are right for you, be sure to discuss this with your doctor. nine0003

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10 weeks of pregnancy - what happens to the mother, the development of the fetus, sensations, what does the belly look like

WHAT HAPPENS WITH THE BABY AT 10 WEEKS?

At the 10th week of pregnancy, the process of forming the baby's organs (organogenesis) is completed in the fetus, and now they will actively progress almost until the very birth.

At week 10, the fetus looks like a "small plum" in size: Now the length of the fetus from crown to tailbone is from 3.1 to 4.2 cm, and its weight is on average 5 g. There is approximately 20 ml of amniotic fluid in the amniotic sac. The child already knows how to swallow and spit it out, which contributes to the development of his chewing muscles and digestive system. The brain, liver, kidneys and intestines have taken shape and are starting to work, but so far they are imperfect and will continue to develop for the rest of the time. nine0003

By the 9th - 10th week of pregnancy, marigolds appeared on the fingers and toes of your little one, and thin transparent skin is covered with fluff. The upper lip and auricles are already formed, the high forehead stands out against the background of the face. An important event of this period is brain impulses, which can now be recorded by a special device. Also, your child has an individual blood type and Rh factor. The external genitalia are not yet clearly expressed, but the male hormone testosterone has begun to be produced in the testicles of the boys. nine0003

At the 10th week of pregnancy, the differentiation of the brain and spinal cord continues, the peripheral and central parts of the nervous system are isolated, so the movements of the baby become more ordered. He knows how to suck his thumb, make faces, bend and unbend his fists, cover his face with his hands and push off from the walls of the uterus. But until you feel it move.

WHAT'S HAPPENING TO MOTHER?

At the 10th week of pregnancy, you may be concerned about: nine0003

  • toxicosis;
  • tachycardia;
  • sleep disturbance;
  • discomfort in the groin area;
  • frequent urination;
  • soreness and tenderness of the breast;
  • weight change;
  • skin pigmentation;
  • mood swings.

And now about everything in more detail!

TOXICOSIS

At this time, many women still experience its manifestations, but some lucky women note that vomiting and nausea are a thing of the past.

TACHYCARDIA

Tachycardia - an increase in the frequency of heart contractions (more than 90 beats per minute). Heart palpitations at 9 to 10 weeks of gestation can be caused by increased workload on the mother's heart, a fast metabolism, drinking caffeinated drinks, smoking, and taking certain medications. If this condition is not associated with pain, you can not worry. Otherwise, you should immediately consult a doctor. nine0003

SLEEP DISORDERS AT THE 10TH WEEKS OF PREGNANCY

Sleep disturbances in the 10th week of pregnancy are common. During the day, the expectant mother is overcome by drowsiness, and at night she is tormented by insomnia. Hormonal changes are to blame for everything. Inadequate or disturbed sleep can lead to weakness, fatigue, irritability, and headaches. The best way out of this situation is emotional release and additional rest during the day. And in the evenings, try to get rid of the disturbing thoughts that keep you awake. If your head hurts too often, consult a doctor in a women's clinic. nine0003

GRIN DISCOMFORT

Episodic pulling pains on the sides of the abdomen are often the result of tension in the ligaments of the enlarging uterus. If the pain is concentrated in the upper abdomen, it may be due to stomach problems or bowel problems. To eliminate unpleasant symptoms, review your diet; It will not be superfluous to consult a gastroenterologist.

INCREASED URINATION

If frequent trips to the toilet are not accompanied by discomfort in the genital tract, there is no talk of pathology. If there are symptoms such as pain, pain, burning, there may be an infection. nine0003

SORE AND SENSITIVE BREAST

Soreness and sensitivity of the breast is also characteristic of the 9th - 10th week of pregnancy. The body is already preparing for lactation, so such sensations should not scare you.

WEIGHT CHANGE

There may be different options here:

  • If ​​you get better little by little, then the fetus develops correctly;
  • You are losing weight - this is the result of pronounced early toxicosis; nine0066
  • You have a pathological increase - there is a possibility of obesity with all the ensuing problems, so the weight must be controlled.

SKIN PIGMENTATION

Perhaps you will develop age spots on your face, or you will find a dark line on your stomach. Such changes are associated with increased production of melanin, and over time, all this will disappear on its own.

MOOD CHANGES

Emotional instability due to hormonal changes in the body is normal during this period. nine0003

RISK FACTORS

At 10 weeks pregnant, there is a high risk of developing genital infections. Most often, expectant mothers are found to have candidiasis (thrush), but infection with chlamydia, gonococci, Trichomonas and other pathogenic microorganisms is not excluded. Regardless of the nature of the disease, it must be treated, otherwise intrauterine infection of the fetus may occur, and this is fraught with a violation of its development or even death. Watch for vaginal discharge. Normally, they should be transparent or light milky, of a homogeneous consistency, only a slight sour smell is possible, or it is completely absent. If the discharge becomes green-gray or yellow, if bubbles, flakes appear in them, if they resemble curdled mass and acquire a sharp unpleasant odor - immediately go to the doctor. nine0003

You should also be alerted by brown or bloody discharge at 10 weeks of gestation. A small amount of blood may appear after an examination by a gynecologist or after sexual intercourse. Most often this is due to erosion of the cervix, the loose tissues of which are damaged by external intervention. But when cramping pains in the abdomen join the discharge, this may be a sign of spontaneous abortion. Therefore, if you find yourself with such symptoms, immediately seek qualified help: a timely response is a chance to save the child. nine0003

MEDICAL SUPERVISION

Usually at the 10th week of pregnancy, a routine ultrasound examination is not done. At this time, the doctor will only determine the date of the new ultrasound session and refer you to blood and urine tests.

Also, starting from the 10th week, it is very important to control the level of sugar in the blood. This is especially true for expectant mothers who are overweight and those who have a hereditary predisposition to diabetes. An increase in blood sugar may be due to emotional distress or overeating. The norm varies from 4 - 5.2 mmol / l (on an empty stomach) to 6.7 mmol / l (a couple of hours after eating). In case of overestimated rates, it is necessary to consult an endocrinologist. nine0003

RECOMMENDATIONS

At the 10th week of pregnancy, your baby's baby teeth are laid. This means that the diet should focus on foods containing calcium (legumes, almonds, sesame and poppy seeds, wholemeal bread, leaf and watercress, rose hips, broccoli, asparagus, carrots, radishes, sardines, salmon, milk and dairy products). Enrich your diet with them, because your teeth can also suffer from a lack of calcium. And the body also needs iodine - now it begins to accumulate in the baby's thyroid gland. nine0003

Continue to monitor your health as the 10th week of pregnancy begins.