Week 6 of Pregnancy
First trimester
Baby is
about the size of a lentil or small pea
0.25 inches · less than 1 oz
Baby this week
- •Heart is beating and can be detected on ultrasound
- •Brain and spinal cord are forming rapidly
- •Arm and leg buds are beginning to emerge
- •Primitive blood circulation is developing
You this week
- •Morning sickness (which may strike at any time of day)
- •Breast tenderness and swelling
- •Extreme fatigue and need for more sleep
- •Food aversions or unusual cravings
- •Frequent urination
- •Mild cramping and lower abdominal discomfort
This week's tips
- •Eat small, frequent meals to help manage nausea—crackers, ginger tea, and cold snacks often help
- •Stay hydrated by sipping water throughout the day, even if food sounds unappealing
- •Rest as much as possible; your body is working hard even though pregnancy may not show yet
- •Schedule your first prenatal appointment if you haven't already
- •Start taking prenatal vitamins with folic acid if you haven't already
Looking ahead
By week 8, your baby's major organs will be forming and you may have your first ultrasound to confirm your due date. The nausea often peaks around week 9, but know that it typically improves after the first trimester.
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