In the third week of pregnancy the expectant mom starts an active hormonal changes associated with the implantation of the ovum to the uterus. That all went well, this time we must try to avoid stress and plenty of rest. What other features exist in this period?
Let's find out what happens in this period with a woman, as a developing baby, which could pose problems and what advice doctors need at this time to adhere.
On someone like the kid? Fertilized egg is already in the uterus, but has not yet been attached to it. So now the future pregnancy depends on whether or not it is implanted. Currently fetal power source, before the formation of the placenta and umbilical cord is intrauterine fluid which stands endometrial cells.
At 3 weeks of pregnancy:
- the baby has its own set of genes, which remain unchanged in the future
- already incorporated gender of the future crumbs
- exterior features, such as eye color, skin and hair are already defined
- approximately 19 days after conception, the first blood cell will appear in the child,
- 21-day run heart and begin to form the central nervous system
- crumbs weight now only 0.3 g
- height - 0.3 mm.
What happens in a woman's body? Rapidly changing hormones - progesterone ovarian activity produced. Your body is getting ready for the implantation of the ovum and the to bear the crumbs about 9 months. Due to the active hormone you can increase this match breasts. mood swings are also possible. Can start to manifest and other early pregnancy symptoms: drowsiness, fatigue, less morning sickness.
Possible problems. Sometimes the fertilized egg attaches to the uterine cavity is not, as in the fallopian tube - then there tubal ectopic pregnancy. If time does not see a doctor can occur fallopian tube rupture and internal bleeding. It is very dangerous. So be sure to consult a doctor if you feel pulling pretty sharp pain in the abdomen, which appear in the form of spasms. Also, when an ectopic pregnancy is characterized by pressure on the rectum, you may feel a strong desire to go to the toilet, even when the intestine is devastated.
Suspected ectopic pregnancy doctor may mismatch of hCG levels in pregnancy. In such a case will be assigned to the operation of abortion, which is usually performed by laparoscopy.
What tests need to pass? Donate Now any tests or ultrasound do not make sense.
It recommends that the doctor? Pregnancy is recommended more rest the third week of sleep, as well as to refrain from strenuous exercise. At the same time, you can practice yoga, swimming, walking in the fresh air. It will only benefit.
- Pay attention to food. Include in the diet more foods rich in iron, magnesium and potassium - lean meat, fish, fresh vegetables and fruits. Avoid products with dyes and preservatives, strong coffee and tea, raw fish and meats, processed cheeses.
- Discard the tanning and being under direct sunlight.
- Before you visit any cosmetic procedure, make sure that it is designed for expectant mothers.
- sex not prohibited, if your doctor does not say the contrary, but should be very mild and does not induce fatigue. Protect yourself and your crumbs!
