Week 10 of Pregnancy
First trimester
For informational purposes only. This page is not medical advice. Every pregnancy is different — always consult your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. In an emergency, call your provider or 911 immediately.
Baby is
about the size of a prune
1.2 inches · 0.14 oz
Baby this week
- •Fingers and toes are becoming more defined and separating
- •Fingernails and toenails are starting to form
- •Baby's heartbeat can now be detected via Doppler ultrasound
- •Tooth buds are developing beneath the gums
- •Baby is beginning to make small movements (though you can't feel them yet)
You this week
- •Nausea may still be present, though it peaks around this time for many
- •Breast tenderness and changes in size
- •Fatigue and need for extra rest
- •Frequent urination
- •Mild cramping or round ligament pain as uterus expands
- •Mood swings from hormonal changes
This week's tips
- •Schedule your first trimester screening (nuchal translucency ultrasound) if recommended by your provider—typically done between weeks 11-14
- •Start thinking about who you'd like at your birth, whether that's a partner, family member, or doula
- •Eat small, frequent meals to help manage nausea; ginger tea and vitamin B6 may provide relief
- •Stay hydrated and get as much rest as your schedule allows
- •Consider joining a prenatal class or online community if you haven't already
Informational only — always check with your doctor or midwife for advice specific to you and your baby.
Looking ahead
You're approaching the end of the first trimester, which often brings a shift in energy and a decrease in nausea for many people. Your second trimester is just around the corner, and many find it to be the most comfortable phase of pregnancy.
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For informational purposes only. This page is not medical advice. Every pregnancy is different — always consult your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. In an emergency, call your provider or 911 immediately.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Every pregnancy and baby is different. Always consult your doctor, midwife, or pediatrician for guidance specific to your situation.
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