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Pregnancy Guide·First Trimester

Week 6: Facial Features Begin

Lentil (~4mm)·Last reviewed: 25 April 2026
Quick answer

At week 6, your baby is about the size of a lentil. Tiny buds for arms and legs are appearing, and dark spots mark where eyes will form. According to Nuhah's pregnancy guide, the heart is now beating at around 110 beats per minute.

Baby development at week 6

Tiny buds for arms and legs appear. Dark spots mark where eyes will form, and small depressions show where ears will develop. The heart is beating at around 110 beats per minute and is beginning to develop its four chambers. The jaw, cheeks, and chin are starting to form. The embryo has a curved, tadpole-like shape with a visible tail that will disappear in the coming weeks.

Your body this week

Nausea and morning sickness may intensify this week as hCG levels continue to rise. You may feel exhausted, even after a full night of sleep - your body is doing extraordinary work building the placenta. Breast tenderness, bloating, and mood swings are common. Some people notice their sense of smell becomes very acute, making certain foods or smells unbearable.

Things to do this week

1
If morning sickness is difficult, try eating small frequent meals and keeping plain crackers by your bed
2
Stay hydrated - sip water throughout the day
3
Rest when you can - fatigue is your body telling you it needs energy for development
4
Register with a midwife or maternity unit if you haven't already

Frequently asked questions

Can you see a heartbeat at 6 weeks?

A heartbeat may be visible on a transvaginal ultrasound from around week 6, though it is very early. If a scan at 6 weeks does not show a heartbeat, it does not necessarily mean something is wrong - it may simply be too early. A follow-up scan a week or two later usually provides clearer results.

How big is my baby at 6 weeks?

About 4mm, roughly the size of a lentil. Arm and leg buds are forming and the heart is beating. Despite being tiny, development is happening at an incredible pace.

Is it normal to feel exhausted at 6 weeks pregnant?

Yes, extreme fatigue is one of the most common early pregnancy symptoms. Your body is producing large amounts of progesterone and building the placenta, both of which require enormous energy. Rest as much as you can - this usually improves in the second trimester.

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