WEEK 11 TO 12 PREGNANCY

HOW YOUR BABY'S GROWING
Your baby is beginning to look like a baby, and is now about as long as your little finger.
Your baby’s organs have formed and it can suck, chew and swallow.
the baby's toenails and fingernails are beginning to form now。

HOW YOUR BODY'S CHANGING
You may feel warmer and thirstier than usual.
Your metabolic rate has increased, so your body feels warmer.
Thirst is simply nature’s way of getting you to replace the extra fluids lost to sweating and weeing more frequently.

Headaches are probably one of the most common complaints in the first trimester.
This is most likely due to the increase in blood being pumped around your body,
along with your hormones playing havoc with your blood sugar levels.

You may notice dark vertical line up your belly. This is a linea nigra. It will disappear sometime after the birth.
Your clothes will feel tighter as your waist thickens, and you may even have a visible bump,
especially if this is not your first pregnancy.

HOW YOU MIGHT BE FEELING
After week 12, the risk of miscarriage lessens,
so you may want to tell friends, family and colleagues that you’re pregnant if you haven’t already.

HOW TO HAVE A HEALTHY PREGNANCY
Get plenty of fresh air, and drink more water. Try to rest often as possible。
Wear a support bra that is non-wired，so you feel comfortable。
Wear loose fitting clothes for comfort.

THINGS TO DO
You'll normally be offered an ultrasound scan around now.
This scan allows the sonographer scanning you to check that the dates of your pregnancy are accurate.
Contact your doctor or midwife for a ‘booking’ or 'scan' appointment.
Ask your midwife about antenatal classes.
ask your employer for a ‘risk assessment’. This helps ensure your workplace is safe and comfortable for you and your baby.