Week 7 of Pregnancy
First trimester
Baby is
about the size of a blueberry
0.5 inches · less than 1 gram
Baby this week
- •Heart is beating and can be detected by ultrasound
- •Brain and nervous system are rapidly developing
- •Arm and leg buds are beginning to form
- •Facial features are starting to take shape
You this week
- •Nausea and morning sickness (often peak this week)
- •Breast tenderness and swelling
- •Extreme fatigue and sleep needs increasing
- •Food aversions or cravings
- •Frequent urination
- •Mood swings and heightened emotions
This week's tips
- •Eat small, frequent meals to manage nausea—crackers, ginger tea, and bland proteins often help
- •Prioritize rest; your body is working incredibly hard right now, even if it doesn't look like it
- •Stay hydrated, especially if experiencing morning sickness
- •Be gentle with yourself about productivity and social commitments this week
- •Schedule your first prenatal appointment if you haven't already
Looking ahead
By week 8, your baby's heart will be fully formed and beating steadily. The nausea many experience now often improves after the first trimester, though everyone's timeline is different.
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