10th week of pregnancy: how the fetus develops and what happens in the body
During all the previous weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother had to be especially careful about her health. During these weeks, the laying of all the organs of the future baby took place. Now the critical phase of pregnancy has passed and you can relax a little.
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10th week of pregnancy - sensations
By this time, the uterus is already gaining size well; it hardly fits in the pelvis. In this regard, the pregnant woman feels heaviness or fullness in the pelvic area. A nagging pain regularly occurs in the groin due to the tension of the ligaments in the uterus.
By the tenth week it begins weight gain future mother. By this time she has gained about one and a half kilograms. Due to the pressure of the uterus on the bladder, a woman often wants to run to the toilet. Pregnant women often have trouble sleeping. Some people even have nightmares sometimes.
10th week of pregnancy - what happens to the baby
The growth of the baby and the formation of his organs proceed at an accelerated pace during this period. By this time, it already weighs about five grams and has grown to four centimeters.
Now the following changes await him:
- The child's face continues to form. His ears are formed, his lower jaw and upper sponge are formed. The baby is already touching his face and even putting his finger in his mouth.
- Receptors responsible for the sense of smell are already forming in the child’s nose, and the first taste buds appear on the tongue, the pharynx and neck muscles are forming.
- Blood flow opens in the umbilical cord, and now the baby receives all the necessary substances through the placenta.
- By the tenth week, the baby’s stomach takes its place in the abdominal cavity and further develops there.
- The development of the brain is very active, neurons are constantly being produced in it.
- All components of the limbs are already clearly visible. The baby is actively moving. But these movements are not yet felt by the mother, since there is a lot of space in the uterus and the baby does not touch its walls.
- The first hairs appear on the baby's head. The baby's skin is still translucent with visible blood vessels and muscles.
- The baby’s thyroid gland functions independently and accumulates iodine. And boys are now starting to produce testosterone.
10 weeks of pregnancy - what happens to mom
By this time, the expectant mother begins to experience new sensations. For example, right now she is able to finally realize that very soon she will have a child. With the help of a special device, she can hear his heart beating. If a woman previously had a difficult pregnancy, she had toxicosis, headaches and other delights, then the long-awaited relief should come now.
The uterus, which had the shape and size of a pear before pregnancy, has now grown to the size of a grapefruit. In this regard, the belly of the expectant mother becomes slightly rounded, and the waist gradually disappears. If you haven't changed your wardrobe yet, now is the time to do it.
There are no contraindications to physical activity yet, so you can exercise fitness or other light sports. It is best to walk in the fresh air more often; swimming is very useful for pregnant women. Please note that moderate physical activity is beneficial throughout pregnancy. In addition, sports will help you maintain a normal weight and not gain too many extra pounds.
10 weeks of pregnancy: photo of the fetus
An ultrasound examination at this time allows you to carefully examine the unborn baby. He looks more and more like a tiny man. You can see how the child moves his arms and legs, how he puts his finger in his mouth.
This is what a baby looks like during a ten-week pregnancy.
By the tenth week, the laying of each organ has already been completed. Therefore, if now on an ultrasound the doctor does not see any genetic defects in the formation of the fetus, you can rest assured that these anomalies will definitely not appear in the future.
Pain at 10 weeks of pregnancy
Although the pregnancy is short, pregnant women can experience a wide variety of pain. According to experts, most often pregnant women complain of pain localized in the abdomen. There are many reasons for this. For example, nagging pain in the groin area in pregnant women may occur due to ligament tension. If the pain is felt in the upper abdomen, then the stomach is most likely to blame. To make the pain go away, just try to review your menu and reduce the portion size. If these measures do not help, then visit a gastroenterologist for consultation.
Localization of pain in the lower abdomen is much more dangerous. Especially if they are of a pulling nature or occur with contractions. This kind of pain just screams of possibility. miscarriage, especially if the pain is accompanied by bloody or brown discharge from the vagina. Therefore, at the first symptoms of this condition, immediately consult a doctor. Remember that the sooner you take action, the greater the chances of saving your unborn child.
If a pregnant woman feels pain during urination, pain and burning on the genital mucosa, then these are signs of a developing infection. Also pay attention to vaginal discharge. Normal discharge should be light in color and have a slightly sour smell; there should be little of it. If there are any deviations in quantity, color or smell, you should seek the advice of a doctor.
