It's only been 1 week since your period
Conception
Implantation of ovum in uterin wall
First missed period
Spine & nervous system begin to form
Morning sickness may begin
Stretch marks may appear on breasts
Embryo is now termed a fetus
Fluid may be squeezed from breasts
Doctor can feel contrations of the womb
may be fatigued or sleepy
Morning sickness usually stops
You may have cravings
Placenta has formed
Thumb sucking occurs
Sex is now distingishable by ultra sound
Abdominal protrusion of womb visible
Mother may feel fetus moving
Mother may have a hearty appetite
Your half way there!
Leg cramps & backache
Fetal eyelids open and hands grip
More definite fetal activity
Womb may now be felt at navel level
Better start thinking about the nursery
Itchy abdomen
Fewer mood swings, but absentminded
Fetus is legally viable
Heart beats at 14,000 per day
Naval begins to flatten
Shortness of breath
Difficulty sleeping
Scattered contractions
Ribs spread to accommodate uterus
Traveling should be curtailed
Head drops into mother's pelvic cavity
Strong regular fetal activity
Better start packing your suitcase
Hope the baby's room is ready!
Uterus contracts to produce labor pains
10% of pregnancies are a week late
Don't worry it won't go on forever
Any Time NOW!!!