10 Weeks of pregnancy
You are in week 10 of pregnancy, that is, in the middle of the third month of pregnancy. In a couple of weeks you will begin the second trimester of pregnancy and all the discomforts you have suffered are receding: in most women nausea, dizziness and vomiting are reduced by the end of the first trim
You are in week 10 of pregnancy, that is, in the middle of the third month of pregnancy. In a couple of weeks you will begin the second trimester of pregnancy and all the discomforts you have suffered are receding: in most women nausea, dizziness and vomiting are reduced by the end of the first trimester.
You no longer feel so tired and with that feeling of drowsiness, your belly starts to grow and soon it will be evident that you are pregnant for ten weeks.
The body of the woman during the 10 weeks of pregnancy
At 10 weeks of pregnancy, your uterus is getting bigger and begins to settle in the abdominal cavity, being more evident that your belly is more bulky. Someone who does not know you are pregnant may not appreciate the change, but for you it is evident that your physiognomy has changed and it is normal that you have to release the button of your pants because it presses you or wear more baggy clothes than usual. The bladder is compressed and this makes you want to urinate more often.
If you detect that some small red spots have appeared on your face, legs or chest, you should know that these are spider veins, produced by the dilatation of the blood capillaries. To avoid them, try to have your legs up, perform circular exercises with your feet or walk every day for at least half an hour. If you have not changed your bra yet, it's probably time to do it now, in the tenth week of pregnancy. Look for one that does not oppress you, avoiding the hoops, with preferably cotton fabric and, of course, choose one or two sizes higher than your usual one.Development and growth of the baby in pregnancy
Your baby is already
8 weeks old
, measures between 3 and 4 centimeters and weighs about 5 grams. Its appearance is becoming more human, however the eyes are still widely separated and the eyelids are fused with the skin. The neck is longer, which allows your chin to move away from the body. The ossicles of the ear are also forming. The extremities are longer and you can already see the joints of the elbows and knees. In spite of being very small, he has all his fingers in hands and feet and at this moment, his nails begin to develop.In week ten of gestation, the yolk sac is already independent, the intestine, which was located at the level of the umbilical cord, is placed in its position, in the abdomen and the umbilical cord can be seen through an ultrasound .
Health and emotions during pregnancy
If you are pregnant and you are asthmatic consult your doctor about the possibility of continuing to use bronchodilators. In most cases the doctor will prescribe medications that you can take since the disease itself can be more dangerous to the mother if it is not treated than the side effects of medication for the baby.
Many mothers are anxious thinking about the health of their baby, have fears and insecurities about the good state of the baby is normal but worry. Most babies are born healthy and, if you have all the medical check-ups, they will be able to detect any abnormalities in time. Excessive fear for your baby can cause stress and it can reach your baby. Sharing your fears with your partner can help, and you can even consult the doctor if you can not calm down.
There is little left to finish the first trimester of pregnancy. Little by little the discomforts of the first weeks will be mitigated, you will no longer feel so tired, the nausea will usually subside, as well as the feeling of dizziness and vomiting.
Diet and feeding for the pregnant woman
We give you some tips that you can follow now, from your week ten of pregnancy until the end of it, you can even continue with these healthy habits in your diet after pregnancy:
- Drink plenty of water, always carry a bottle to be well hydrated.
- Make 5 meals but little abundant.
- Chew food well, it will help you avoid gas. Toma - Take between 2 and 4 pieces of fruit a day, they will give you the vitamin intake you need. You can take fruits rich in fiber to ensure intestinal transit because many pregnant women suffer from constipation.
- Calcium is a fundamental contribution throughout pregnancy and also during breastfeeding. Always introduce dairy products into your diet, always pasteurized.
- If you eat fish, it is preferable that you eat small species, the large ones eat other fish and have more contaminants. When handling raw fish, remember to wash your hands well afterwards.
Curiosities in week 10 of pregnancy
Have not you yet reported the news of your pregnancy? Many women choose to wait until week 12 of pregnancy because that is when the risk of miscarriage drops. It is your option when to communicate it, you can discuss it with your partner to decide the ideal situation. If you think that the tenth week of gestation is the right time, just do it and share your happiness with your family and friends.
Regarding work, if you work outside the home, sooner or later you will have to give the news in your company. Do it in writing for the record. Check your conditions regarding possible changes in your position, if you are exposed to risks or changes of shifts.
