Congratulations to all pregnant women on going to the last week of the first 3 months! When you are 12 weeks pregnant, the chance of a miscarriage is very low and if you are diagnosed with twins, the fetus is now clear. This is also the time to refresh your wardrobe!
Development of the fetus at 12 weeks of age
Baby's size
12 weeks gestation - the baby is as big as a rambutan with a length of 5.3cm and weighing 13.8g.
Handbook pregnant mother: 12 weeks pregnant
Baby development process
Your baby is preparing for another stage of rapid growth focusing on organs and tissues.
After 12 weeks, your baby begins to develop reflexes.
Now, through the ultrasound you will see that your baby is able to curl his little fingers and his hand looks like he's waving at you!
Babies can shrink their fingers and toes and even open and hold their own little hands.
Baby also gradually develops taste
Nails and toenails begin to take shape.
Changes to the body of the pregnant mother
12-week-old pregnancy picture
Hormonal changes can make your skin pimple or itchy and make you feel less confident, but there are a number of commercially available lotions that can help. For more severe cases seek treatment from your gynecologist.
Chloasma (also known as melasma) - signs of age spots or freckles that can slowly appear on your face.
Your stomach muscles are becoming less active, making it harder to pass and making you deflate more than usual. Drink more water and eat more fruit for easier digestion and prevent constipation .
As the fetus gets bigger you may feel a little tense in your abdomen, and wearing casual clothes can make your waist uncomfortable. Switch to wider clothing for easier portability.
Another important thing at this stage, you will see your skin positively change and become visibly beautiful! Strangely, this is due to hormonal changes in your body, especially the nutritional supplements you take during pregnancy.
Note taking care of pregnant mothers during pregnancy
12-week pregnancy ultrasound photo
If the week before you suffered from no food cravings or morning sickness, then this week your weight gain during phase 2 will gradually stabilize.
However, you should also consult your doctor while you are gaining weight at this point.
Because this is the last week of the first 3 months of pregnancy , the symptoms of fatigue, no appetite, weight loss will gradually disappear.
When your uterus is enlarged, sometimes you can experience mild cramps when there is a sudden change in movement eg coughing or moving from lying to a seat.
Muscle spasms are normal, but watch out if severe and prolonged cramps make your body uncomfortable and uncomfortable.
Things you need to pay attention to
Your breasts may be larger than this, making old bras uncomfortable. Wear bras to help you be active.
At this time you should also switch from wearing jeans, shorts to a spacious maternity dress for a favorable development of your pregnant belly. Make sure your clothes are comfortable enough for movement like sitting, especially around the hips and thighs.
You may also consider finding a nanny or helper during pregnancy in later stages.
Through here hope you know about the development of the 12-week-old fetus and the changes in the mother's body. Wish you have a healthy pregnancy!
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