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9 Apr 2024

Your body at 7 weeks of pregnancy

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Pregnancy week by week
Your Body at 7 Weeks
At the seven-week mark, your body is undergoing profound changes driven by hormonal adjustments and physical development.
Juliette Seblon
Midwife for 8+ years
Symptoms of the week
Fatigue

Breasts changes

Backache

Acnea

Common manifestations this week include:

Persistent Fatigue: A widespread symptom as your body channels energy towards fetal development.

Breast changes: Continued breast tenderness and growth in response to hormonal fluctuations.

Backache: Occasional discomfort due to the expanding uterus exerting pressure on the lower back.

Acne: Hormonal shifts may lead to skin changes, including acne outbreaks.

At this juncture, while a visible baby bump may not be present, bloating is noticeable due to the uterus expanding from the size of a fist to roughly the size of a grapefruit. 

This expansion can cause discomfort in the lower abdomen and back—a sign of your body preparing for its future role.
Morning sickness may continue, but it's a sign that hormones are working to nurture your growing baby.
Juliette, Midwife for 8+ years
Is it normal?
Hormones such as hCG and estrogen are intensifying, contributing to the variety of symptoms experienced, including morning sickness and heightened olfactory sensitivity. 

These changes, while potentially challenging, signify a healthy pregnancy progression.
Top Asked Questions
Top 5 questions answered
Can I travel?

Travel is generally safe during the first trimester, but it is important to check with your healthcare provider to ensure it's safe for your individual situation.

Is it normal to experience cramping?

Mild cramping during the first trimester is normal and can be caused by the uterus stretching and growing.

How much weight can I expect to gain?

Weight gain during pregnancy varies, but it is generally recommended to gain 1-2 pounds in the first trimester.

Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy?

Yes, it is generally safe to have sex during pregnancy unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise.

Can I use hair dyes during pregnancy?

While hair dyes have not shown to cause harm to a developing fetus, it’s best to avoid them during the 1st trimester just to be safe.

Taking care of yourself
Dietary Adjustments: Opt for smaller, more frequent meals to mitigate nausea and bloating.
    Ginger Tea: Utilize ginger's digestive benefits to soothe stomach discomfort.
      Swimming: Engage in low-impact exercise like swimming to enhance physical well-being without undue stress on joints.
        Dietary Quality: Focus on a nutritious diet to manage acne and maintain overall health.
        You may notice a change in libido already and it’s normal
        Get plenty of rest. Nausea can make tiredness worse
        Feeling stressed? Lean on your partner to help you through it
        Consider getting your flu shot to avoid severe sickness during pregnancy
        Teaser for next week
        There are some exciting things to look forward to for week 8 of your pregnancy.

        If you haven't already noticed, then next week you will most likely be making your way to the toilet quite often with frequent urination.

        You may also be feeling a little bit more emotional and might feel the need to take a few more cat naps.
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        29 Sep 2023

        First ultrasound at 7w and 1 day heartbeat was 121 is that okay ?? #firstbaby UPDATE: baby’s heartbeat is 157 at 8 weeks

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        Annita
        Hi mom, I believe it's normal. You can also always ask your provider. Most heartbeats range from 120-160. I heard my babies heartbeat for the first time when I was 10 weeks, and it was 140. When I was around 20 weeks, it was 131. that's the only time it was different, but it is always 140.
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        Sarah
        23 Sep 2023

        Has anyone taken the sneak peak? How accurate?? I'm only 7w 6d and she wants to schedule it at 10wks, but I don't want to get false hope either way!!

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        Amie
        At 10 weeks- like 99.9% accurate
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        Sarah
        I read 99.9% accurate, but tiktok ppl have me nervous with all the inaccurate ones lol
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        Taaha
        14 Aug 2023

        I went in to my first US today thinking I was 7w 5d but she said 6 weeks. Has this happened to anyone before?

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        Laura
        You may have just ovulated late and even after you ovulate it can take 48 more hours for the egg to fertilize. Based on my last period I’d be 9 weeks but I ovulated say 18 so I’m actually closer to 8 weeks.
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        Taaha
        Thank you 🫶🏽
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        Vanta'sha
        6 Aug 2023

        According to my ultrasound I was 6w2d so today that would make me 6w6d today🥰 and 7w tomorrow 🥰 and another ultrasound on the 18th

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        Cassidy
        Did you hear or see a heartbeat?
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        Vanta'sha
        not yet
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        Alexandria
        21 Mar 2023

        Hello, so I had an ultrasound at 5w 1d. My hcg was high. I'm now 7w today. Anyone experience a hidden twin?

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        Lacey Brooke
        I was a hidden twin myself. My parents didn't know I existed until the day my twin sister and I were born.
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        Alexandria
        that is pretty cool 💜 I've just been having severe nausea/morning sickness and it's really starting to eat at me 😅 with the high hcg and all. I usually don't have this so early 🤧
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        Kyllee
        29 Jan 2023

        So I usually have morning sickness everyday & suddenly it disappears. No bleeding or nothing but should I be worried? I’m only 7w+1

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        Cc
        No, do u wanna bleed?🤔
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        Kyllee
        Why would I want to bleed
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        ✨🖤Amber🖤✨
        17 Dec 2022

        My first ultrasound was yesterday, omg look at my little nugget. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ 7w 0days.

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        🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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        Keesh
        I’m 7wks too wats ya due date mines is August 4th
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        LaKenya
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        Finally! My nugget is 1in lol, with 136 BMP and we’re due in July 2023🤍 : last ultrasound done at 7w, the BMP=119 #TeamBoy. I pray for a safe pregnancy. [part of me really believe I’m getting him💙]

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        Nikkimarie
        I want another boy soooo bad ! Lol 😆
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        Monica
        I feel in my soul I’m having a boy I’m due July 7th
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        Tatyanna
        16 Sep 2022

        Had my first appt and I was able to get a heartbeat my baby is measuring at 7w & 2d but they are keeping my due date to 4/28/23 so I am 8 weeks today next appt is October 17th

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        Makayla
        I go in September 28th which I’ll be 8 weeks by then so exciting
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        Kenna
        This is beautiful congrats Mama!
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        Ki 💝
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        Anybody else already looking at baby things 😭 7w 1 days and I am ready to shop lmao. But I’ll wait.

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        Antionette
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