First Trimester

(1st week-12th week)

During the first trimester, the body sustains many hormonal changes that affect almost every organ system in your body. The growth of the uterus begins to support the growth of the promotional items placenta and the fetus. These changes can prompt symptoms as early in the first weeks of pregnancy.

How to stay healthy?

 Your baby goes from being a fertilized ovum to a fetus of about 6cm in length at 12 weeks. By the end of the first trimester, your baby’s heart is starting to beat, and the brain, stomach and intestines are developing. where arms and legs are starting to grow.

Your emotions

You might feel a range of emotions during your first trimester. Hormone changes may make you feel moody or irritable is common in the early months. These feelings are normal, so discuss how you feel with you partner or with a close friend. If you feel anxious speak with your doctor.

How to happens to the baby?

Avoid alcohol while you are pregnant, since even low-level drinking, particularly in the first trimester, can have long-term negative effects on your baby.

Expected Bodily Changes:

• Severe tiredness
• Morning sickness
• Craving for certain foods
• Emotional instability
• Constipation
• The frequent tendency for urination
• Headache
• Heartburn
• Weight gain or loss