WEEK THREE

WEEK THREE

If you know that you’re pregnant at this point, you’re really going to notice
your pregnancy symptoms. The beginning of pregnancy is a time of rapid
development of your baby, so your body is reacting to these changes.

The development of baby

• The heart is beginning to beat this week
• You’ll be able to distinguish between the head and the ‘tail’
• The brain is beginning to develop
• The baby is now called an embryo
• Measures 1.5 – 2.5 millimeters

The development of mom

• Increased fatigue
• Increased breast soreness
• Possible increase in headaches
• Dizziness
• Possible nausea

What baby is feeling

• Baby’s heart is now beating and neural networks are forming

What mom is feeling

• Continuation of previous symptoms, but possibly intensifying
• Some moms don’t feel any symptoms, so if you’re not sick right now,
that’s okay
Specific needs for the week
• Make sure that you’re getting some additional rest, if you can
Specific concerns for the week
• If you have pregnancy symptoms, but then they disappear, call your
doctor

Special tip for mom

• If your breasts are getting too sore when you sleep, try wearing a
sports bra to bed. The additional support can help relieve some pain.