Congratulations, the first trimester of pregnancy is left behind and your baby from a small grain of sand gradually turns into a man. At 13 weeks the fetus begins to breathe, he develops a sense of smell and keep improving all the organs and systems. What else is going on 13 weeks pregnant?
Let's find out what happens in this period with a woman, as a developing baby, what problems can trap and any recommendations of the doctors it is necessary to adhere to.
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On someone like the kid? Baby face has already been established, it gradually acquires the features with which it is born, completed laying of milk teeth and facial wrinkles, appear sucking reflex. Kid moves actively, however, his movements still quite chaotic and not felt the future mother. Fetus starts intestines, kidneys start to produce urine, there are first, even spasmodic respiratory movements. This week the baby is formed by the olfactory epithelium, through which it will distinguish odors.
The growth of the baby: 65-78 mm
Weight14-20 g
What happens to the female body?Bad mood and deteriorating health behind, you can now breathe and enjoy pregnancy - comes the most favorable and comfortable time. In this period, you may experience increased sexual desire, if you do not bother, do not deny yourself, it will only benefit.
From this period, the amount of bleeding can mutilation, do not worry, this is normal, as long as they were the "right" color and you are not bothered by itching and burning. Normally, selection should be milky, no pungent smell.
Some women in this period may notice discharge from the breast, do not worry, because your breasts ready to feed your future child, it begins to produce colostrum. Specifically to breast-feeding is not necessary to cook and especially to rub or massage the nipples - it can cause uterine tone.
What analyzes to hand over?
13 Weeks Pregnant - the deadline when you need to pass the first screening, so if you have not done so, hurry up, next week figures can no longer be informative. In addition, at this stage of pregnancy your doctor may prescribe you these tests:
- total blood count;
- general urine analysis;
- estradiol - this analysis is essential for women who have had the unfortunate experience of miscarriage.
Possible complications. The second trimester of pregnancy, which means that the risk of miscarriage has passed, too many women to this term retreats toxicosis, already practically does not disturb the weakness and nausea. But all must also be attentive to their well-being, as at this time possible mild and short-term pain caused by muscle strain due to the growth of the child. This is called the tone of the uterus and on the whole it is the norm during pregnancy, as the uterus - is a muscular organ, but if the pain is too frequent and strong, you should immediately see a doctor. In addition, a woman can be confusing:
- pain in the feet and calves;
- bloating and stomach pain;
- high blood pressure.
Another risk during pregnancy in the autumn and winter is cold. During normal SARS during pregnancy complicated by the fact that the list of drugs that can take the expectant mother, is limited, so try to take all measures to prevent:
- not to visit crowded places;
- dress warmly:
- taking prenatal vitamins;
- the presence of symptoms and high temperature to immediately seek medical attention.
It recommends that the doctor?
Take all measures for the prevention of colds: do not visit crowded places, wash your hands frequently, more often outdoors.
Buy special clothes and underwear for pregnant tummy starts to grow rapidly, so it is important that it did not and was transferred by a pregnant woman feel comfortable. The same goes for shoes give up high heelsThey create a load on the back, but can also cause varicose veins.
Do not be nervous, see positive movies and listen to your favorite music. In this period the child begins to hear sounds, so try not to raise your voice and do not be nervous, because your condition is instantly reflected on the child's condition.
Give up strong coffee and alcohol, try to eat a balanced way, in small portions. Include in the diet of more fruits and vegetables, herbs, meat, nuts and cereals.
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