Week Seven Pregnancy

You Are

Your body is focused on giving your growing baby all the support it needs during this week. Be prepared to suffer increased pregnancy side effects such as morning sickness, tiredness, and sore breasts. Hormones are changing very quickly, which leads to mood swings and sometimes makes some foods unattractive. Your uterus is expanding, but you may not even see a significant bump at this stage.

If you have not had your first visit with your healthcare provider, it is wise to schedule now. Your healthcare provider may use an ultrasound to confirm your pregnancy, check your health, and give vital advice for a healthy pregnancy. Ensure to feed your body with healthy foods, drink a lot of fluids and ensure that you get enough restful sleep to help your baby thrive.

Your Baby

Your baby is about 0.5 inches long, or the size of a blueberry, by the seventh week of pregnancy and is growing rapidly. The major body systems and vital organs are being developed rapidly. Facial features, hands, and feet are developing as the brain, heart, and digestive system develop.

Your baby’s heart is beating almost twice as fast as yours, pumping blood all around its tiny body this week. The umbilical cord has assumed all its functions ensuring that your baby gets the necessary oxygen and nutrients. Even though your baby’s movements are too small for you to notice, they are occurring.