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Your Pregnancy Week by Week
Whether this is your first pregnancy or your fourth there is still a lot to discover. Pregnancy is usually a delightful period of a woman’s life but it’s not without its drawbacks and worry.
Using our 14 years of experience in the prenatal industry, we’ve brought together a detailed guide so you can follow your pregnancy week by week.
We understand that you have concerns and often need reassurance that your pregnancy is going to plan. We also understand your desire to meet your new baby, even when they are still inside your tummy.
That’s why we’ve broken down our pregnancy week by week guide into easy to digest sections, these sections include:
Your Baby
We’ve brought you information about how your baby is growing in your womb along with letting you into the secrets of their development. With our guide you’ll know when your baby develops fingers and toes along with certain aspects of their unique personality.
Your Body and Symptoms
Your body undergoes huge change in pregnancy and if this is your first child you may find the changes a little strange. Many women often worry that they are displaying symptoms that may not be normal too. This section aims to answer general questions about how your body changes week to week, what’s normal and how to adapt to cope with your growing frame.
We also let you know about common symptoms you may be experiencing. Remedies to help with different stages of pregnancy symptoms, such as morning sickness and backache, and ideas on how to stay healthy during your pregnancy.
Symptoms to Watch Out For
Unfortunately not every pregnancy runs smoothly and when you display symptoms such as bleeding during pregnancy you can become very stressed and anxious. Our section lets you know of symptoms you should watch out for and when you should call your Doctor for help.
Your Care on the NHS
The NHS have a fairly similar care strategy for all pregnant women, unless complications arise, in which case the strategy changes. We let you know of the care you should be receiving week by week from your NHS provider, your midwife and your GP.
Other Care Available
Sometimes NHS care isn’t enough. Many women like to book extra scans to see their growing baby or receive additional support and help. We let you know of private care options available either as a one off service or throughout your whole pregnancy.
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A Guide to each week of your pregnancy
With details on your baby's growth, your body and symptoms to look out for. Written by Consultants and Midwifes at The Portland Hospital Outpatients, London
Week 5 of pregnancy (Days 35-41)
The embryo is approximately 1.3mm from the crown of the head to the rump but is very difficult to see and measure at this stage using ultrasound.
Week 6 of pregnancy (Days 42-48)
Facial features continue to develop during this week, with tiny pits forming where the ears will eventually be. Nostril openings begin to appear along with dark spots where your baby’s eyes will be.
Week 7 of pregnancy (Days 49-55)
This week your baby experiences a huge growth spurt. Your baby's heartbeat will be visible on a viability ultrasound scan.
Week 8 of pregnancy (Days 56-62)
At this stage, all major organs, muscles, and nerves are beginning to function in your baby's body. In addition to this, important developments are taking place within the brain.
Week 9 of pregnancy (Days 63-69)
Your Baby has doubled in size over the last week.
Week 10 of pregnancy (Days 70-76)
From week 10 you can have 9 Panorama Non-Invasive Prenatal Screening, to assess the probability of Down's Syndrome and other conditions. Getting plenty of rest and light exercise is important for your wellbeing.
Week 11 of pregnancy (Days 77-83)
If you have chosen not to have NIPT, you may have Nuchal Translucency scan (12 week scan) this week. This scan tests for Down's syndrome and other conditions, although it is less accurate than NIPT
Week 12 of pregnancy (Days 84-90)
Your baby is now being supported through the placenta, which is now fully formed. If you have experienced morning sickness, this may be subsiding by now.
Week 13 of pregnancy (Days 91-97)
This week marks the end of the first trimester, and the risk of miscarrage reduces dramatically. Many women notice the start of a "bump" around this time.
Week 14 of pregnancy (Days 98-104)
Your baby now measures around 8cm, from crown to rump and weighs around 40g. Your energy levels may be returning to normal, allowing you to take some light exercise.
Week 15 of pregnancy (Days 105-111)
Your baby now measures around 9cm (crown to rump) and weighs around 70g. Some women experience a sense of well-being during this stage of pregnancy, but don’t worry if not, both are perfectly normal.
Week 16 of pregnancy (Days 112-118)
Your baby will double its weight in the next 3 weeks. You may now be able to feel the first flutters of movement from the baby – known as ‘quickening’
Week 17 of pregnancy (Days 119-125)
Your baby and the umbilical cord are experiencing a growth spurt this week. Your baby's sex can now be accurately detected on an ultrasound scan.
Week 18 of pregnancy (Days 126-132)
Your Baby typically measures between 12.7cm and 14.6cm from crown to rump and weighs around 155g. You may be able to feel fetal movements now.
Week 19 of pregnancy (Days 133-139)
The fetus now measures between 13.4cm 15.2cm in length (crown to rump) and weighs approximately 200g. This week marks the halfway point of a full term pregnancy.
Week 20 of pregnancy (Days 140-146)
Your growing baby now measures between 15.2cm and 15.9cm from crown to rump and weighs approximately 255g. Around this week you will have your Anomaly Scan.
Week 21 of pregnancy (Days 147-153)
Your growing baby now measures 27cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 300g. Around this week you will have your Anomaly Scan
Week 22 of pregnancy (Days 154-160)
Your growing baby now measures 28cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 350g. Around this week you will have your Anomaly Scan.
Week 23 of pregnancy (Days 161-167)
Your growing baby now measures 29cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 450g. Around this week you will have your Anomaly Scan.
Week 24 of Pregnancy (Days 168-174)
Your growing baby now measures 35cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 570g. 24 weeks marks the point at which it is possible for a baby to survive outside of the womb.
Week 25 of Pregnancy (Days 175-181)
Your growing baby now measures 35cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 680g. You should be aware of the symptoms of pre-eclampsia, a rare but life threatening condition (see below).
Week 26 of pregnancy (Days 182-188)
Your growing baby now measures 36cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 900g. Taking daily excercise and fresh air is important for your well-being.
Week 27 of pregnancy (Days 189-195)
Your growing baby now measures 37cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 910g. You should be aware of the symptoms of pre eclampsia, which is dangerous but very rare (see below).
Week 28 of pregnancy (Days 196-202)
Your growing baby now measures 38cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 1kg. You should notice frequent fetal movements, if these decrease you should seek medical advice.
Week 29 of pregnancy (Days 203-209)
Your growing baby now measures 39cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 1.1kg. Gentle exercise and eating healthily are important for your wellbeing.
Week 30 of pregnancy (Days 210-216)
Your growing baby now measures 40cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 1.4kg. The baby should move frequently, and you should notice 10 episodes of movement each day.
Week 31 of pregnancy (Days 217-223)
Your growing baby now measures 40cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 1.5kg. The baby should move frequently, and you should notice 10 episodes of movement each day.
Week 32 of pregnancy (Days 224-230)
Your growing baby now measures 42cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 1.8kg. Babies born at 32 weeks or later have a good chance of surviving.
Week 33 of pregnancy (Days 231-237)
Your growing baby now measures 44cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 2kg. Your baby may turn to be head down around this time.
Week 34 of pregnancy (Days 238-244)
Your growing baby now measures up to 45cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 2kg. Babies born at 34 weeks have an excellent chance of surviving without major health issues.
Week 35 of pregnancy (Days 245-251)
Your growing baby now measures up to 46cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 2.5kg. Your baby should be consistently moving 10 times a day.
Week 36 of pregnancy (Days 252-258)
Your growing baby now measures up to 47.5cm from crown to heel and weighs approximately 2.7kg. Your baby should be consistently moving 10 times a day.
Week 37 of pregnancy (Days 259-265)
Your baby is now considered full term and is likely to be born between 37 and 42 weeks. Your baby should be consistently moving 10 times a day.
Week 38 of pregnancy (Days 266-272)
Your growing baby now measures up to 47.5cm from crown to heel and weighs between 3kg and 3.2kg. Your baby should be consistently moving 10 times a day.
Week 39 of pregnancy (Days 273-279)
Your baby is now considered full term and can weigh up to 3.2kg and be up to 50cm in length. Your baby should be consistently moving 10 times a day.
Week 40 of pregnancy (Days 280-286)
Your baby is now considered full term and will not normally gain much weight at this point. Your baby should be consistently moving 10 times a day.