13 – 16 WEEKS PREGNANCY

 

Your baby is growing quickly! Eyes are moving into position, the ankles and wrists have formed, and though the head is still disproportionately big, the rest of the body is starting to catch up. This week, your baby’s intestine are back inside where they belong. Your baby swallows amniotic fluid and absorbs it into their body. Baby’s backbone can flex, making large movements easier.  If you think you may be having twins, an ultrasound this week may confirm it!

Mom-to-be: You may have more energy and feel your best these next couple of months. Your uterus has grown a lot. It’s filling your pelvis now and starting to grow upward into your abdomen. It probably feels like a soft, smooth ball. If you haven’t gained any weight yet because of morning sickness, you’ll begin to know as you start to feel better. You may feel a stretch in your belly as your round ligaments stretch. As you begin your 2nd trimester, your risk of miscarriage drops. If your gums swell and bleed from hormones, try a softer toothbrush.