First Trimester Development

Your baby will develop the following:

• Your baby will rapidly develop from just a few cells to an embryo in just 14 weeks.

• Your child will begin to develop eyes, bones, teeth buds, nose, ears, vital organs, fingers, toes and even urine

• By the end of the first trimester, your baby's genitals will also be formed and would even be recognizable.

What happens to you during this first trimester (week 1 to 15)?

• You will miss your first period, and will need to confirm your pregnancy by having a pregnancy test done.

• Your breasts will swell in size and become sensitive as the milk glands begin to multiply in number. 

• Some of you may feel nausea and begin to experience the dreaded morning sickness 
  You will start “looking” pregnant by the end of this trimester. 

Dos and Don’ts for the first trimester

• Cut down on caffeine

• Reduce or avoid alcohol

• Wear loose fitting clothes

• Get a comfortable pair of shoes

• Drink plenty of fluids

• Ensure that you are eating a well-balanced healthy diet 

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