WEEK SIX

WEEK SIX

More exciting developments for baby this week – there are new body parts
emerging and more growth even in this early stage.

The development of baby

• Part of the brain is now visible
• Baby begins to move
• The bones are beginning to harden
• The toes are beginning to form
• Measures 8 – 11 millimeters

The development of mom

• Same pregnancy symptoms
• May feel movements like gas
• Extreme tiredness

What baby is feeling

• Baby’s starting to move around
• Gender is beginning to develop

What mom is feeling

• Besides exhausted, mom might feel gas-like movements that are
actually the baby moving around. They might be so slight that many
moms don’t even notice.
Specific needs for the week
• You will want to make sure that your practitioner has done a full series
of blood tests at this point to rule out any problems with your
pregnancy – blood sugar, blood pressure, urine test, pelvic exam, etc.
Specific concerns for the week
• Realize that you might be more tired at this point and that asking for
help is a good way to get some rest.

Special tip for mom

• This might be a great time to make a date with your partner that
focuses on you as a couple instead of you as becoming parents. Go
out to dinner or make a quiet dinner at home to reflect on your
relationship and keep it strong.