nuhahyearlyLaunch pricing - Get £50 off!nuhahyearlyAt week 9, your baby officially becomes a foetus. All essential organs have begun forming and the tail has disappeared. According to Nuhah's pregnancy guide, your baby is now about the size of a cherry and muscles are starting to develop.
Your baby is officially a foetus now. All essential organs have begun forming, and the tail has disappeared. Muscles start developing, and the baby may hiccup (diaphragm contractions that help the lungs develop). The face is becoming more recognisable with a nose tip and upper lip forming. External genitalia are starting to develop, though it is far too early to determine sex on a scan.
Fatigue and nausea continue for most people. Your waist may be thickening slightly, though a visible bump is unlikely for a first pregnancy. Mood swings can be intense as hormones fluctuate. You might notice veins becoming more visible on your breasts and abdomen as blood volume increases. Some people experience vivid dreams during pregnancy.
The term embryo is used from conception until week 8. From week 9 onwards, the developing baby is called a foetus. This change reflects that all major organs and structures have begun forming, and the focus shifts to growth and maturation.
Completely. Anxiety is very common in early pregnancy, especially before scans. Hormonal changes, uncertainty, and the significance of what is happening can all contribute. Talk to your partner, a friend, or your midwife if anxiety feels overwhelming. Nuhah's resources section lists perinatal mental health support.
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