Week 11 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 fig
1.6 inches · 0.3 oz
Baby this week
- •Fingernails and toenails are forming
- •Tooth buds are developing beneath the gums
- •Hair follicles are beginning to form
- •External genitalia are becoming more defined
- •Baby can make sucking motions and curl their fingers
You this week
- •Continued nausea, though it may be starting to ease for some
- •Breast tenderness and enlargement
- •Increased fatigue
- •Frequent urination
- •Mood swings from hormonal changes
- •Occasional dizziness or lightheadedness
- •Possible constipation
This week's tips
- •This is a great week to schedule your first trimester screening (nuchal translucency ultrasound), typically done between 11-14 weeks
- •Stay hydrated and eat small, frequent meals to manage nausea—ginger, lemon, and B6 may help some people
- •Start thinking about prenatal care providers and birth settings if you haven't already
- •Wear supportive, comfortable bras to ease breast tenderness
- •Rest when you can—fatigue is normal and your body is doing important work
Informational only — always check with your doctor or midwife for advice specific to you and your baby.
Looking ahead
As you move into week 12, you're entering the final week of your first trimester. For many people, energy levels begin to improve and nausea starts to fade. You may also be excited to share your pregnancy news more widely as you reach a common milestone for doing so.
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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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