This week marks the beginning of the brand new embryonic period. Right from this week to the 10th week, your baby’s organs will start to develop, and...
First Trimester
Week 4
36
Weeks to go!
Your baby is about the size of a poppy seed. Their brain, spinal cord, and other important organs are beginning to develop.
Weight
0.4g
Length
0.5 cm
Days Left
252
Expert Advice
“While some women might be in tune with their body and might witness changes associated with pregnancy, and others won’t. You mind can surely play tricks with you and the only sure-fire way to confirm a pregnancy is by taking a pregnancy test. It is often seen that waiting for a missed period before taking a pregnancy test, tend to resultin positive outcomes. If you have just received the great news, then do not stop doing your regular exercise. It will helps in strengthening your body and will help in contributing towards better growth and development of your baby. Do drink enough fluids as your body is increasing its blood flow and baby must be able to fight fatigue and possible constipation. During this stage, taking care of your teeth is really important as women might be prone to bleeding gums and many such problems. Make sure to brush twice in a day and floss in every couple of weeks to get rid of build-up of plaque. If you have swelling or sensitivity of gums, then do massage your gums with doctor-suggested anti-inflammatory cream.” Dr.Mangala Ramachandra, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecologist Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore
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