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What's happening to your baby?
This week’s an exciting one – because your baby may start moving. This can happen between six and eight weeks but whenever it does, it may be a while before the movements are strong enough for you to feel, usually between 16 and 18 weeks.
Also, around now, your baby's brain starts to organise into different areas. The eyes and ears can be seen and tiny nostrils are visible too.
The umbilical cord is well formed, carrying oxygen and nutrients to the embryo and taking waste away. The liver and kidneys have formed, and the heart is beating away, pumping blood around the newly developing blood system.
The limb buds are growing longer and the ends of the arm buds are becoming more paddle shaped.
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What's happening to you?
If morning sickness is making life difficult, you're certainly not alone – about half of pregnant women get it.
Despite its name, most women who have it feel nauseous on and off throughout the day. Certain smells or foods can trigger it and you may feel sick when you haven't eaten for a while. It might surprise you to find that you can't face your favourite foods, yet you may crave foods you normally wouldn't bother with.
Take comfort in the fact that morning sickness usually goes away after the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. It's also a positive sign that your pregnancy is progressing well. Try to avoid things that make you feel sick, and keep your blood sugar level up with regular small meals and healthy snacks. Rest too, as tiredness can make nausea worse.
If you are finding it hard to hold down any food or drink at all, contact your GP who may prescribe a safe anti-sickness remedy if necessary.
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“To help cope with morning sickness, you may find it helps to avoid spicy and fatty foods. Instead, try eating small, frequent meals that are high in carbohydrates, such as beans on toast or a couscous salad. Keep healthy snacks like fruit and rice cakes handy, and drink plenty of water."
Anne Sidnell, Nutritionist |
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