Pregnancy

When you are in the depths of your pregnancy, it is easy to feel like there is no end in sight. Every symptom feels ongoing, every joy feels everlasting, and it is hard to imagine that this phase of your life will ever end. 

Any mother who has experienced this emotion can assure you that the symptoms, emotions, and overall experience of pregnancy are fleeting, at best.

In this article, we will talk about WHY you should be documenting your pregnancy, and exactly how to go about getting started.

This week 37 to week 40 guide will be the final post in our Pregnancy Week by Week series. In the course of this series, we have covered everything you need to know about what to expect for yourself and your little one from week 1 of pregnancy to week 40. We’ve also highlighted a few useful tips and tricks to make things a little easier for you on your journey. 

In these last four weeks, your symptoms and discomforts may feel as if they are at an all-time high. However, take heart knowing that it’s almost over. You can also help ease a bit of that discomfort by wearing a comfortable bra that will help ease some of the discomfort in your upper body. 

You're into the home stretch of your pregnancy! You may feel both relieved and terrified at the same time, but you're not alone – and there are plenty of ways to help you get through it. 

The symptoms may be overwhelming, but you are almost there so hold on and try to visualize holding your litlle one in your arms.

Week 25 to week 28 is a period of pregnancy that’s characterized by rapid weight gain. The extra pounds result from the baby's rapid growth combined with the development of the uterus, placenta, and amniotic fluid. Your body is also producing a lot more blood and retaining more water, which also plays a part in all the weight gain.

Your breasts also account for some of the added weight. The breast size is determined by the amount of fat tissue in the breasts. This milk-producing fat tissue is constantly increasing and growing in size to prepare for your little one’s arrival.

This installment of our Pregnancy Week by Week series will cover weeks 25 to 28. Over these 4 weeks, all the extra weight especially around your chest area will quickly start to get to you because your body is not accustomed to it. That’s why a good nursing bra will come in handy during this time. Get one that is supportive, comfortable, and, of course, stylish.

At 21 weeks, you are a little over halfway through your pregnancy journey. The baby, who is now more than five months in, is getting bigger and bigger in the womb, and you can feel them as they explore their environment. 

From 21 weeks on, your little one’s kicks will become stronger and more frequent as they swim around in the amniotic fluid while growing. This will go on until your little one gets too big for your womb and is ready to come out towards the end of the third trimester. 

This installment of our Pregnancy Week by Week series will cover weeks 21 to 24. These are also called the large breasts pregnancy weeks because your breasts will keep getting bigger and bigger. You may start to feel some discomfort in your neck as your spine tries to adjust to the weight gain. Wearing a comfortable bra can help alleviate some of this tension.

Weeks 17 to 20 are smack in the middle of your second trimester. By now, you and your little one have experienced a lot of changes already. And things are only going to get more interesting! 

This installment of our Pregnancy Week by Week series is going to focus on everything you and your little one will go through from week 17 to week 20 of your pregnancy journey. We’ll let you know how your little one is doing. We’ll also explain some of the symptoms you may experience. Finally, we’ll offer some helpful advice that will help make your pregnancy journey a lot easier. 

Well, let’s begin, shall we? 

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey. Week after week you’re getting closer and closer to meeting the little angel that you’re turning food into. As your anticipation grows, so does your little one. And every week is different! 

In our Pregnancy Week by Week series, we’ve been analyzing all the changes both you and your little one go through as you head towards your due date. We’ve also been highlighting tips and useful information that you can use to ensure you have the smoothest experience possible over these weeks. 

This guide is going to cover weeks 13 to 16. Wondering when you are due? Well, your due date is estimated to be 40 weeks from your last day of menstruation. However, this is only an estimate. A healthy baby can be born anywhere between 38 to 42 weeks after your last period. 

Before we get into weeks 13 to 16, we also need to clarify what weeks each trimester falls into. A pregnancy term is divided into 3 trimesters. The first trimester lasts from week 1 to 13. The second trimester then starts from week 14 to 27. Finally, the third trimester goes from week 28 to 42, or all the way to your delivery date. 

Here is a loot at weeks 13 to 16, including what to expect for your baby, what to expect for you, and what to do over this period.

It’s been a few weeks now since you found out you are pregnant. You probably already know firsthand just how much pregnancy can throw all your body’s processes out of whack. Well, as you get later into your pregnancy, expect to experience even more changes. 

In this installment of our Pregnancy Week by Week series, we are going to highlight some of the things you can expect to happen to you and your little one within these four weeks. We’ll tell you exactly how your baby is doing. We’ll also try to explain why you may be experiencing some of the symptoms you are seeing. Finally, we’ll give you some helpful tips that you can put into action between weeks 9 to 12 to make this journey a little bit easier for you. 

Weeks 9 to 12 are at the tail end of the first trimester. Your baby has grown a lot over the last few weeks, and they are only going to keep growing! Here are some of the things you can expect for both yourself and your little one. 

Weeks 5 to 8 bring with them the first pregnancy symptoms. They can be a little confusing, especially if it is your first time going through this wondrous experience. Brace yourself because these symptoms will only become more intense over the first trimester. However, the good news is that by the second trimester, the worst ones will largely fade away and you’ll feel like yourself again. 

Some of these early symptoms include; nausea and vomiting, fatigue, frequent urination, feeling bloated, and a little weight gain. Your breasts may also start to feel sore and enlarge. Your usual bras probably won’t fit you anymore. It is a good idea at this point to invest in a nursing bra that’s been designed for sensitive breasts for that extra bit of comfort. What’s more, you’ll also get good breast support that will also help prevent sagging in the future.

Your baby is still very small at 5-8 weeks. Their brain, heart, and spinal cord are just starting to develop. Formation of the amniotic sac, which is the bubble surrounding the embryo that provides it with warmth and protection, along with the placenta, which provides the baby with nourishment, will also take place within this period.

Additionally, the blood vessels that eventually form the umbilical cord will start to develop over these weeks. The umbilical cord will connect the embryo to your blood supply. Chromosomes also begin to determine the baby's phenotype as their facial features and organs develop.

Congratulations on your pregnancy! You’ve just started a journey that will completely transform your life forever. 

In our Pregnancy Week by Week series, we are going to highlight everything you can expect for you and your little one through every step of this journey. We’ll break it down week by week for your convenience. With each week, you’ll also get useful advice you can use throughout your pregnancy.

This first guide in the series will focus on the earliest pregnancy weeks. Many women may not even know they are pregnant at this stage. However, if you suspect you might be, this guide will help you figure out what you can do to know for sure. We’ll also tell you exactly what is going on in your body if you are pregnant. 

Your pregnancy weeks are counted from the first day of your last period. Doctors do this because it is difficult to know for sure the exact moment when conception occurred. Here is a look at what goes on during the first four weeks.