What happens: the baby's epidermis is already being renewed. A fluff forms on the brow arches and around the eyes. The fingers are covered with nail plates, the skin of the pads is covered with a pattern.
At the 12th week of pregnancy, the organs gradually take their places and function intensively. The uterus is growing intensively. The fruit already looks like a man, its weight is 14 g, and its length is 6-9 cm.
From now on, mom will steadily gain weight every week. By this time, the increase was about 2-4 kg (although some are losing weight a little). The unpleasant sensations of toxicosis gradually fade away. The belly by this time is rounded in a few. But the chest continues to fill, due to stretching of the skin, slight itching may appear. At this time, age spots on the skin or a strip on the abdomen may appear. There is no danger, it will pass quickly. The uterus rises higher and higher and increased gas production replaces the frequent urge to urinate.
Pains of a different nature and localization appear. In the abdomen, on the sides, radiating to the lower back. With low pain intensity, you don't have to worry. If the pain is more like contractions or pulling in nature, it is better to consult a specialist. Again, we monitor the secretions - the body is weakened, the risk of infection is quite high.
An ultrasound examination at this time will allow you to determine the risk of developing congenital pathologies, set the date of birth, and check the tone of the uterus. All this is visible only to the doctor, and parents can admire the speck in the photo, which will soon become their child.
At 12 weeks, baby development is in full swing. All systems have already been formed, and now they only have to improve.
The circulatory system has not only formed relatively long ago, but has been functioning for quite a long time. The small heart works like a harmonious mechanism, providing blood to all systems. By the way, changes have also occurred in the blood - in addition to erythrocytes, leukocytes, cells that will protect the baby from infections, have appeared in it.
The digestive system has formed and took its place in the baby's body. Peristalsis appears in the small intestine - wave-like movements necessary for the passage of the food lump through the tube. The liver begins to produce bile, now the baby will be able to assimilate fats.
The nervous system also does not stand still, a connection is formed between the hemispheres and the spinal cord. By the end of the week, your baby's brain will be just like an adult's, only much smaller. The pituitary gland begins the production of thyroid-stimulating hormone, thereby triggering the production of thyroid hormones of the thyroid gland, these hormones play an important role in the process of fetal growth and development, especially in the formation of bones and teeth, as well as the functioning of the nervous system.
The baby's face also continues to improve. Instead of eyebrows and eyelashes, a fluff appears on the face, which also covers the chin and the area above the upper lip. A sucking reflex appears. The arms and legs also grow, the baby actively moves them. Soon the fingers will begin to bend. By the way, patterns appear on the fingertips.
The chest begins to make movements similar to breathing. However, the baby is still not breathing, because the glottis is tightly closed.
The placenta has finally matured by week 12 and is already fully performing its functions.
Sensations
At 12 weeks, a woman feels much better, because it is not in vain that this period is considered "golden" at times of pregnancy. And all because the placenta has matured, and there is no longer a need for the yellow body, it begins to fade gradually. But it was the corpus luteum that was responsible for the manifestations of early toxicosis. This means that now the woman is no longer worried about nausea and vomiting, the perversion of appetite also disappears, there are no more mood swings, she becomes emotionally stable and can fully imbue her position. But this good news applies only to mothers with one baby, those who are expecting twins will have to wait a little longer.
The good news is that there is less urination: the uterus grows and no longer presses so much on the bladder. However, it is too early to rejoice, because now the uterus presses on the intestines, disrupting its work, and leading to constipation and bloating.
Pigment spots may appear on the face, a pigment strip may appear on the abdomen, associated with increased melanin synthesis, you should not be afraid of them, by the end of pregnancy everything will disappear, and it may not appear at all.
Heartburn can be another bad news. It occurs due to the relaxation of the sphincter between the stomach and esophagus.
Dangers
At this time, the woman still needs to monitor the secretions from the genital tract: normally they are white or milky, thick, uniform, odorless. If they become yellow, greenish, of a heterogeneous consistency with a smell, it's time to run to the doctor, especially if such discharge is accompanied by a burning sensation or pain in the genital area, most likely this is an infection, and so that it does not get to the baby, urgent measures must be taken. Now a woman's immunity is reduced, so the appearance of candidiasis is not uncommon.
The appearance of bloody or brownish discharge, accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen and in the lower back, also requires a medical examination, pregnancy may be terminated, however, if a woman seeks a doctor in time, everything will end happily. Bleeding without pain can occur due to erosion of the cervix, as a result, for example, of a medical examination, in such situations, you should also consult a specialist.
The volume of circulating blood in a woman increases, so there is a risk of developing varicose veins. To minimize the risk, you need to ditch the heels and spend less time standing.
The load on the kidneys is now also increasing, so swelling of the ankles, legs and fingers often occurs.
Fetus and belly size
The fruit has made a huge leap forward in its development, its length at 12 weeks is 6-9 cm, and its weight is 14 grams. From the 12th week, ultrasound biometry of the fetus becomes possible, that is, the measurement of the size of the head, its circumference, as well as the circumference of the abdomen. Throughout the course, you can trace the limbs, note their active movements. Approximately in the same period, some brain structures become visible on ultrasound, facial bones and orbits are partially visible. With a certain position of the fetus, experienced doctors can determine the sex of the child, but this usually happens later.
A woman's uterus increases in size and leaves the pelvic cavity; at 12 weeks, a woman may even feel how it rises above the bosom. But outwardly, the tummy is not yet noticeable, of course, a woman who closely observes the changes taking place, perhaps, will see them, but for those around her, most likely, absolutely nothing will change.
Usually, by this time a woman recovers by 2-3 kilograms, now every week normally she should gain about 500 g.
Stomach ache
Groin pain on both sides is usually associated with an increase in the size and weight of the uterus and tension in the ligaments that hold it.
Pain or burning in the upper abdomen is most likely associated with a malfunction of the stomach, especially if accompanied by heartburn or belching. You can solve the problem with the help of a diet, however, if the pain is severe, brings severe discomfort, it is better to consult a specialist. Also, pain can be associated with impaired intestinal motility, because the enlarged uterus begins to put pressure on it, then the pain will be accompanied by stool disorders, rumbling in the abdomen, and bloating.
Pain in the lower abdomen, cramping character, pronounced intensity, especially accompanied by bloody discharge, require urgent medical attention - there is a risk of termination of pregnancy.
Burning and pain in the genital area, accompanied by a color change, the appearance of a smell of vaginal discharge, may indicate an infectious process and requires contacting a specialist.
Food
At week 12, toxicosis passes, and the woman's appetite improves. Therefore, nutrition must be monitored clearly, it is believed that a pregnant woman needs to eat a lot, but in fact this is not so, because the extra pounds gained will only complicate the woman's life. As mentioned above, on average, a woman should gain 300-500 grams every week. Meals should be regular, it is best to eat in small portions, but often. You need to eat fully, give up snacking on sandwiches and buns, this is not only harmful to the stomach, but also increases the likelihood of constipation. Eat right! Avoid foods containing dyes, flavors, and other chemicals. Due to the risk of intestinal motility disorders, it is necessary to avoid foods that cause gas formation, such as beans, cabbage, beans, peas. The load on the kidneys is great, the amount of circulating fluid in the body increases, excess fluid is not needed now, because it leads to edema, so limit the intake of salt, pickled, smoked and spicy foods, they not only retain water in the body, but also increase it admission, because after salty thirst increases. Reduce the amount of allergenic foods in your diet, such as honey, citrus fruits, and various sodas. Eat more fruits and vegetables, they are not only sources of vitamins and minerals, but also help prevent constipation. Eat milk and dairy products containing calcium, boiled meat - a source of protein, seafood - sources of iodine. Remember that you are now feeding not only for yourself, but also for the baby.
What to do
At 12 weeks it is necessary to visit the antenatal clinic: according to the plan, there are many things to do at this time. Firstly, at 11-14 weeks, biochemical prenatal screening is carried out, with the help of which the karyotype of the fetus is determined, the presence of chromosomal abnormalities in the baby is revealed. Secondly, at this time, the first planned screening ultrasound is carried out, in which the thickness of the collar zone and the coccyx-parietal size of the fetus is measured and thereby the compliance of the baby's development with the gestational age is assessed. The risk of developing pathologies and anomalies is also assessed. But this study does not give the right to make a final diagnosis, because after all, this is a rather subjective method, if the doctor suspects something, he must give the woman a referral for further more in-depth examination and testing. Women with a risk of Rh-conflict must necessarily donate blood for the determination of the antibody titer.
Now that the toxicosis has passed, it's time to go in for sports. It is better to refuse traumatic sports, here there are both stress and the risk of losing your baby, so give preference to swimming, water aerobics or yoga, of course, before you start doing something, you should consult your doctor. If you don't like sports, then make it a habit to take daily walks in the fresh air. The most important thing is that you enjoy it, because when you feel comfortable, then the baby is good.
How does the conception of a child take place?
At the end of the 12th week of pregnancy, new organs are no longer formed, but the existing ones increase and develop. Reflexes appeared this week! At 12 weeks, local stimulation of the fetus can force him to squint, open his mouth, and move his fingers or toes. The fingers will soon begin to bend and unbend, and the mouth will suck. If you push yourself into the belly, then you are more likely to take a push in response from the inside, despite the fact that you cannot yet feel it. The kidneys begin to fill the bladder with urine. At 12 weeks of gestation, the baby's skeleton, which began to develop earlier, is now in the phase of ossification - the formation of bone substance. The fingers and toes are separated, the nails are enlarged. Individual hair marks appear on the body. The external genital organs are of sufficient size in order to determine the sex of the child with confidence. The gastrointestinal system (small intestine) of a 12-week-old fetus is already capable of shrinking and pushing food through itself. It can actively absorb glucose and sugar.
Meanwhile, without stopping, the number of nerve cells increases and the baby's brain is formed. At 12 weeks gestation, it is very similar to the brain of an adult, but only in miniature. at the moment, his face looks without a doubt human: the eyes have shifted from the sides to the front of the head, the ears have taken their places. At 12 weeks of pregnancy, the length from the crown to the tailbone of your future baby is 6 cm, it is approximately the size of a lime.
How do you change, sensations in your body
By the end of the 12th week of pregnancy, the uterus is too big to fit in the hip bones. You can feel it over the pubic bone (pubic joint). The uterus has excellent stretching properties during pregnancy. She will return to her previous size a couple of weeks after the end of labor. And at the moment it grows upward, first filling the hip region, and later the abdominal region.
Before pregnancy, the uterus is almost rigid. Its amount forms only 10 ml and also less. During pregnancy, it transforms into a relatively thin-walled muscular sac that contains the fetus, placenta and amniotic fluid. By the end of pregnancy, its amount can be about 5-10 liters. So, its capacity increases 500 and 1000 times!
Perhaps you will not need clothes for pregnant women for a couple of weeks yet, but the fact that the waistline by 12 weeks of pregnancy is becoming increasingly problematic cannot be denied.
Heartburn of pregnant women
Perhaps you periodically feel a burning sensation in the stomach area, the so-called heartburn of pregnant women. Many women experience heartburn for the first time only during pregnancy, those who had to endure heartburn before, claim that it became "angrier" during pregnancy. During pregnancy, the placenta produces a lot of progesterone, which relaxes the septum between the stomach and the esophagus. To put it simply, while you lie down, stomach acid can flow back, which leads to an unpleasant burning sensation. For most ladies, this trouble rises without jokes for more later dates, at a time when the grown uterus begins to prop up the stomach. So do not pay too much attention to heartburn, if it has already appeared. You will still have an excuse for this.
What to do at 12 weeks pregnant
Make a budget for the future crumbs. Sit down with your partner and figure out what specific costs you will incur in connection with the birth of a child. Clothes, diapers, cosmetics and diapers run out quickly. Discuss whether a separate room will come in handy for the baby right away, or while he sleeps with you, and money from repairs can be allowed to enter a stroller, chair or chair. Start saving! Yes, and do not forget about the money for childbirth, if it is paid!
Question to the doctor at the 12th week of pregnancy: Why is urinary tract infection more common during pregnancy?
Pregnancy predisposes a woman to a urinary tract infection, which has natural barriers in a non-pregnant state. The main predisposing factors in pregnant women: expansion of the upper collecting system of the urinary tract, an increase in the dead space of the urinary tract, increased vesicoureteral reflux, renal calyx hypotension, a decrease in the natural bactericidal activity of urine, a decrease in the phagocytic activity of leukocytes on the mucous membrane of the surface. Urinary tract infection (UTI) in pregnant women may be asymptomatic and not present with the usual symptoms. Pyelonephritis is an important complication of UTI.
From the book of W. and M. Sears All the information you need for a mother-to-be from the birth of the plan to the birth of the child:
Feel your uterus expand. Empty your bladder, lie on your back, relax your abdominal muscles, and feel the area above your hipbone (see illustration). The height of the growing uterus in different women may be different, but the figure shows the process of increasing the uterus in many pregnant women. By the twelfth week, you will feel that the upper part of the uterus is pushing for the pubic bone. (In the next pregnancies, you may feel your uterus earlier, because you have already acquired some experience, and your abdominal muscles are not strong.) You may feel this tight roundness all the time, waiting for the first movements of the baby; it may also seem to you that you felt the movement. By week sixteen, you will feel something like a melon between your belly button and your pubic bone. By the twentieth week, the uterus will have reached the level of the navel. At each visit to the doctor, they will measure the size of the uterus, which will be able to give a rough estimate of whether your baby is starting right and whether you are carrying twins. (If you cannot find the uterus, ask the doctor to teach you.) If you have not yet been prescribed an ultrasound examination, then probing the uterus can provide convincing evidence that there is indeed a baby in it. (You will need to wait another month or two for the first shocks of the baby.) Perhaps this procedure will initiate the common habit of pregnant women to put their hands on their belly as preparation for the next months, at a time when there will already be something to hug.
If the belly pulls or hurts at the 12th week of pregnancy, see your doctor so that he excludes the possible tone of the uterus. Pulling pains at 12 weeks gestation will also mean that you are directed to avoid stress. Keep in mind that at 12 weeks gestation, the discharge can buy a more pronounced temperament. This is fully typical for the onset of pregnancy, and before the birth itself it can be water, be especially careful. On page 12 of the week of pregnancy, a photo of the fetus will help you realize what stage of development your baby is at.
At the 12th week of pregnancy, blood will need to be donated for research in order to make sure that the child is completely healthy. In addition, we recommend that you monitor the transformation of the hCG level and compare it with the usual value at 12 weeks of gestation. In addition, we recommend visiting our pregnancy forum. which will help to take more information about the development of the fetus and your body at 12 weeks from the moment of conception.
Week 12 has begun! I'm waiting for an ultrasound, so anxious to look at my treasure.
It turned out that I was not the only one who could not observe the meat, everyone was in shock with me - before, if I chose between meat and cake, I chose the latter! And at the moment, only fruit and milk, and I also wish a very compote from fresh fruits! That's how kids change us! Girls with toxicosis are strong, should soon pass
We will have a preventer. I'm 26 years old and I'm just happy. toxicosis does not torment very much, nausea and vomiting in the morning sometimes!
i was on an ultrasound scan, saw a small miracle, said that he was very active - he was floundering there. The tummy began to grow noticeably. Still there was shortness of breath, I want to invariably doze. Good luck to all. I eat some fruits, I want peaches, cherries. who will be?
Oh girls. The condition is terrible, taxicosis is large. Nauseous around the clock, vomits in the morning and evening, we are only 9 weeks old. I also invariably want to sleep. But I have a belly as at the beginning of 4 months already. I don't know, maybe twins, we are very expecting an ultrasound. I myself am one of the twins. Quite often, mood swings occur. crazy fleeting. I am sure that the boy, despite the fact that I can only drink milk and eat fruit.
Hello! We are full 12 weeks. Now I was doing ultrasound. The deadline was confirmed. My lyalka is 58mm. My cub did not torment me with toxicosis, for which I am very grateful.
Happy pregnancy and healthy babies to everyone!
Hello! I am 12 weeks pregnant. first pregnancy. Was on May 13 for ultrasound. found a cyst. As a result, the question is disturbing - how serious is it and can it harm the baby? "Uzist" did not answer the questions, and I am nervous to go to the doctor only at the end of the week. thanks in advance!
Nauseous from the fifth week, especially in the evening on an empty stomach, at the moment it is already the fourteenth, already less, apparently has adapted a little, but still anxiety about what to eat in order to drown out hunger and did not vomit. In the morning, under no circumstances was nausea just a feeling of hunger. And in addition, from 7 to 12 weeks, terrible heartburn, at first toxicosis, unpleasant saliva, based on this, you constantly have to chew something. Addictions change each other, at first it was ice cream, later sour cherries and hard cheese and homemade salted crackers, now grapefruit and meat with fresh tomatoes I doze and see. Tea, at first green, later just warm water, now dark and stronger with lemon and sugar, despite the fact that I constantly drank sugar-free and not strong. The most unpleasant taste and smell so far are onions in any form, pickles and sausages and carrots. In the morning I can cook a meal for my husband, and in the evening I can’t go into the kitchen. There is no weight gain, only a small minus. Who will be?
Pregnancy is a natural physiological state in a woman's life. However, it does not always go smoothly, without complications. Many pregnant women at a certain period begin to feel aching pains below. To some extent, they can be explained by the characteristics of the development of the fetus. But one cannot ignore such problems at all.
In some cases, along with painful sensations, it is possible bleeding of varying intensity. In such cases, you can not hesitate with medical help. Such signs indicate the likelihood of a miscarriage. If you miss the time, serious problems with the woman are possible.
... They most often occur in early pregnancy. Medicine is developing at a rapid pace, which makes it possible to leave children born prematurely. However, there is no need to talk about fetal preservation for up to 12 weeks.
The main reasons for early miscarriages are:
- a woman. The problem is solved by timely treatment, in which drugs are prescribed to compensate for the lack of hormones.
- Disorders of genetics in the development of the fetus. Perhaps the influence of heredity or the occurrence of some mutation.
- Certain infectious diseases in the mother during pregnancy.
- Poor environmental situation.
- Smoking, alcohol, unhealthy lifestyle.
- that were earlier.
- Lifting weights.
- The fall.
- Stressful situations.
Medicine is developing at a rapid pace, which makes it possible to leave children born prematurely. However, there is no need to talk about fetal preservation for up to 12 weeks.
Any of the above items can lead to spontaneous. The presence of several factors acting on the female body at the same time will only increase the overall harm.
At a later date, chronic diseases of a woman, as well as problems, are considered the main causes of miscarriages.
To prevent the likelihood of miscarriage, and to be able to carry a healthy child, you need to regularly visit a gynecologist. A women's health specialist will always help you find the happiness of motherhood. The important female function of reproduction of offspring should be treated responsibly, starting from a young age. After all, in the end, a person lives in order to continue himself in children.
