7 Weeks Pregnant: Week-by-Week Guide
IN THIS ARTICLE – At this stage of your journey, new developments are beginning to unfold. Check out this week-by-week guide to find out what’s in store for your baby and your body in week 7 of pregnancy.
Your baby at 7 weeks pregnant | Week 7 pregnancy symptoms | 3 expert tips for a healthy and safe pregnancy | Week 7 checklist: How to plan your pregnancy
- 7 weeks pregnant is which trimester? First trimester
- How many weeks of pregnancy are left? 33 weeks
- How many months is 7 weeks pregnant? You’re one month and three weeks pregnant.
With week 6 of your pregnancy complete, you’re on week 7. Enjoy it, as week 8 is on the horizon!
One of the most exciting things about pregnancy is how many changes you’ll experience with your little one over the span of just 7 days! Here’s some tips and tricks to keep on top of all that’s happening.
Your baby at 7 weeks pregnant
What's happening in there
- Your baby is the size of a blueberry.
- You’re officially into the second month.
- The countdown continues: you’ve got 33 weeks to go!
What happens during the 7th week of pregnancy?
- The connection is made: Baby’s umbilical cord is now connecting the embryo to the placenta, supplying oxygen and essential nutrients, and removing waste.
- Little duck feet: Right now, your baby’s hands and feet are webbed, with the fingers and toes yet to form.
- 10,000 times the size: That’s how much bigger baby is from at the time of conception.
- Ready for diapers: Well not quite, but the kidneys have now started forming.
- The nose knows: There’s a tiny pair of nostrils growing.
How big is your baby at 7 weeks pregnant?
| 7 Weeks Pregnant |
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Baby Weight Teeny tiny |
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Baby Length 0.51 inches |
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Baby Size Comparable to a blueberry |
Week 7 pregnancy symptoms
During week 7 of pregnancy, your body is changing quickly. As your baby grows, you will too, and there are certain pregnancy symptoms you may experience at this time.
6 common week 7 pregnancy symptoms
- Your mouth is still producing excessive salivia—you may even drool. Oops.
- You're also likey feeling like you need to pee constantly.
- It's not uncommon to have cramping in the first trimester.
- You may get some acne. The pregnancy hormones can cause your skin to break out.
- You may still be getting morning sickness at week 7.
- Your mood may be swinging, coupled with fatigue.
3 expert tips for a healthy and safe pregnancy
Being 7 weeks pregnant is an important time for you and your baby. Here’s some more expert-recommended advice on how to adjust to this new stage and keep you and your baby safe.
- Exercise do's-and-don'ts: Exercise is important at this stage, but it may be time to start reading up on what exercises you should and shouldn’t do as that tummy gets bigger.
- Your body's working crazy hard: Over the next three months, your baby will form 100 billion neurons (cells in the brain and nervous system that transmit information), at an astounding rate of 250,000 neurons every minute! That’s why it’s so important to eat healthfully and take a prenatal supplement to make sure you’re getting important vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
- Are your products safe for you: Check your makeup and medication to ensure it's safe for use during pregnancy.
Week 7 checklist: How to plan your pregnancy
Knowing what to do week-by-week can help you feel prepared and alleviate stress. Add these new items to your to-do list this week. You’ve got this, mama!
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 Schedule your first prenatal appointment (if you haven't already) |
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Do an audit on your makeup and medication |
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Read up on prenatal care |
Learn more about your pregnancy, including pregnancy planning and pregnancy nutrition to feel prepared to continue this magical adventure. You’re armed with the facts, what to do, and now you can take time to connect with the little one growing inside you.
With week 6 in the rearview mirror and week 7 going strong, look to the future and what's coming up in week 8!
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