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9 Apr 2024

My baby at 11 weeks of pregnancy

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Pregnancy week by week
Your Baby at 11 Weeks
As big as a plum
Length
2.13
Weight
.49
At 11 weeks, your baby has reached the size of a fig, measuring about 2 to 2¼ inches in length and weighing approximately 0.5 ounces. 

This stage of pregnancy brings significant developmental milestones and a reduced risk of miscarriage following the detection of the baby's heartbeat during your prenatal visits.
What's new this week?
Baby’s Changes Overview
Fingers and toes are beginning to separate
Your baby's face is becoming more human-like, with bones now formed
The head measures one third of the body
Open 3D Baby to see all changes
  • Digit Differentiation: Fingers and toes are becoming more distinct as they begin to separate further.

  • Facial Development: The baby's face is adopting a more recognizable human-like appearance, with bone structures forming to define facial features.

  • Proportional Growth: The head now constitutes one-third of the baby's body, indicating rapid brain development.

  • Digestive Development: The intestines are relocating from the umbilical cord back to the abdomen, a crucial step for the digestive system's functionality. The production of meconium marks the intestines' readiness to process waste.

  • Immune System Activation: The bone marrow is actively producing white blood cells, preparing the baby's immune system to combat germs after birth.

  • Heart Rate: The fetal heart rate is robust, ranging between 120 and 160 beats per minute, a reassuring sign of vitality and health.
With your baby resembling the size of a lime, it's an opportune time to incorporate gentle stretching exercises into your routine.
Juliette, Midwife for 8+ years
Helping your baby's development
  • Consistent Vitamin Intake: If morning sickness had interrupted your vitamin regimen, it's crucial to resume or start taking prenatal vitamins, ensuring they contain essential nutrients like folic acid for neural tube development.

  • Physical Activity: With your energy levels beginning to rise, engage in gentle exercises such as walking, prenatal yoga, or swimming to benefit both your and your baby's health.

  • Plan a Babymoon: Consider planning a babymoon, a relaxing getaway before the arrival of your baby, as you move past the initial phase of morning sickness.

  • Hydration Varieties: If you're growing tired of plain water, diversify your fluid intake with smoothies, teas, soda water, and mocktails to meet the recommended daily hydration needs.
Top Asked Questions
What can I do to reduce pregnancy-related fatigue?

To reduce fatigue, ensure you're getting enough rest and sleep. Maintain a balanced diet, stay hydrated, and consider light exercise to boost energy levels.

When should I start looking for maternity clothing?

You can start looking for maternity clothing when you begin to feel uncomfortable in your regular clothes. Many women start shopping for maternity wear around the end of the first trimester.

What is the importance of folic acid in pregnancy?

Folic acid is crucial for preventing birth defects in the baby's neural tube. It's essential to continue taking prenatal vitamins with folic acid throughout pregnancy.

Can I continue with my regular skincare routine?

Most skincare products are safe to use during pregnancy, but it's advisable to consult with your healthcare provider or dermatologist to ensure they are suitable for pregnancy.

Juliette
Midwife for 8+ years
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Michelle
21 Nov 2023

I’m 11 weeks 4 days baby was very active at ultrasound and moving ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Congratulations 🎈👏🏾
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Michelle
Thank you ❤️❤️
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Paris Diorr
22 Mar 2023

Is it normal to not hear your babys heartbeat at 11 weeks & some days ? They said they couldn't find the heartbeat but the baby is growing I'm confused

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Sara
No you should hear it i heard mine at 8 weeks. Believe her heart beat was 180 bpm. 😊
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Paris Diorr
me too that's why I'm confused
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Alexis
21 Jan 2023

I had my first ultrasound today I’m 11 Weeks 3 days baby healthy heartbeat at 150 bmp

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Tamara
When is your due date ?? I’m 11 weeks also
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Alexis
August 8th but I’m getting induced round July 17th
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Cynthia Mancho
25 Nov 2022

I think I'm feeling baby move at 11 weeks!!! This is my 4th baby!! Is anybody else feeling this??

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Tia Tia16weeks
Yes at 12 weeks I felt quickening, now at 16 weeks feeling a lot more movement 😊
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Cynthia Mancho
I love feeling it. It makes me feel so much better
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Brandi
20 Nov 2022

Okay. Can we start being realistic and stop acting like you can actually see your baby kicking anywhere at or above the belly button at 7-11 weeks. Baby still in the coochie bone. 🤦🏽‍♀️

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Pooh
Some acting slow especially the ones who already have children
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Brandi
Girl they really irritating me. Know damn well y’all not feeling none of that
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Bri
15 Oct 2022

How many weeks wear u when u felt your baby kick with my first daughter I felt her at 11 week I be feeling kicking now will be 10 weeks tomorrow

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Melissa
i felt this baby around 12 weeks barely tho it was a light tap then a few days later it happened again i knew it was him now im 5 months his kicks and movements are definitely stronger
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Tearra
I thought I had bubble guts 😭😂😭😂 it’s been 10yrs since I had a baby in my womb… I think I was 15weeks
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tori
12 Sep 2022

yalllll.. how big are your bellies at 10-11 weeks?? Mine is so smallllllll.. looks like theres barely anything😭 is that normal lmao

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Lyssa
Yes. Especially if this is your first. You may not even show until 20ish weeks
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tori
omg wonderful thank you! 😂started freaking out cause i was like.. ik theres a baby in there lolll
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Hannah
29 Aug 2022

Baby bump at 11 weeks. Slowly , but surely making its  appearance I’m currently almost 13 weeks now 💚

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Jackelyn
Beautiful 🥰 I’ll also be 13 weeks tomorrow
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Hannah
How exciting, thank you 💚
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Sasha
28 Jan 2022

11 weeks 4 days heartbeat 171 . What were your babies heartbeats and was it boy or girl ? :)

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Kassandra
Mine ranged from 173 to 183 and was a boy!
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Danielle
10 Dec 2021

I'm 11 weeks and 3 days I'm 3 months I am asking do u feel your baby move while 3 months

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Danielle
if u don't have your vitamins my appointment is on the 20 of December and I ran out of my vitamins until the 20 can it do anything to my baby
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