1 month and 2 weeks
1st Trimester
34 more weeks to go
Mum, it must be such mixed feelings of joy and managing the symptoms that have hit you, right?! We promise to be there with you in your entire journey. At week 6, your baby is about the size of a pomegranate seed or grain of rice. Teensy-weensy! He looks like a tadpole, with a small tail that will become a spinal column. Tiny buds on the torso are working on becoming arms, legs, and ears. It’s hard to believe given the tiny size, but the baby's brain and nervous system are developing quickly. Optic vesicles, which later form the eyes, begin to develop on the sides of the head, as do the passageways that will make up the inner ear.
सौम्यंशुक्रमार्तवमाग्नेयमितरेषामप्यत्र भूतानां सान्निध्यमस्त्यणुना विशेषेण , परस्परोपकारात् परस्परानुप्रवेशाच्च ॥ (सुश्रुत शारीरस्थान)
Ayurveda says saumya shukra (sperm) and aagneya artava (ovum)along with other mahabhutas combine together and merge into one another producing the garbha (embryo).
The little heart has started beating and it's really fast: almost twice as fast as yours. You can see it on a vaginal ultrasound, or hear it with a Doppler instrument at 10 to 12 weeks. You will love the ‘thump thump’ sound when you hear it for the first time. It will be beating between 160 and 180 times a minute. Do record this precious sound!
The baby's arms and legs don’t look like limbs yet, They are still like little buds. The baby is curled up and her backbone ends like a small tail. It will disappear in a few weeks.
Though hardly noticeable, a face is really and truly forming! There is a definite jawline and the cheeks and chin are taking shape. Getting ready to smile!
The baby is in the ‘foetal position’ which means that he is curled up with the leg buds tucked in toward the torso. The little tail, too.
Right inside the baby’s little mouth, the tongue and vocal cords are taking shape.Small dark spots are appearing where your baby's eyes and nostrils will form. A tiny dent on the sides of the head denotes where the ears will form.
Prenatal vitamins are so essential for your and baby’s health, do take them as per doctor’s advice. Although studies on the effectiveness of vitamin B6 for relieving morning sickness are inconclusive, most doctors recommend taking vitamin B6 supplements. Do check with your doctor.
Your vitamins and hormones may give you constipation. Do drink plenty of fluids. 10 cups of fluid each day is ideal. If your urine is dark yellow, you may be dehydrated, so keep a watch.Increase your fiber intake by eating lots of fruit, vegetables, whole-grain breads and cereals, beans, nuts, and bran.Exercise is good for the body and mind, but also helps prevent constipation. Don’t take any medication for this without asking your doctor.
Yoga Asanas like Ardha-Matsyendrasana (Sitting Half Spinal Twist Pose) , Baddha Konasana (Butterfly Pose) help to release gas, improve colon function, aid digestion and relieve constipation.
Experts say that this is caused by low blood sugar or the rise in pregnancy hormones, such as human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) or estrogen. It can get worse if you are anxious, stressed or overworked. Even eating certain foods or travelling (motion sickness) can compound it. Try eating small meals throughout the day.
Starting a day with a piece of jaggery helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Avoid pitta vardhak aahar like bakery products, fried stuff, packaged food like farsan, sev, chips and biscuits.
Being cranky and moody between 6 to 10 weeks is quite common These waves are caused by stress, fatigue, and hormonal changes. In addition, the feelings about being a mother can feel stressful. We understand your helplessness, mum and will be working with you all these coming weeks. The iMumz ‘Ask Me Anything’ sessions on the App provide doctor’s answers to all your concerns..
In early pregnancy, it is common for breasts to get tender. It is because of hormone levels that have increased blood flow to the breasts. Feeling swollen, sore, tingly, and sensitive to touch up there is common. Try to wear loose clothes and soft cotton bras.
For many women, exhaustion is among the first signs of pregnancy. But other women hardly seem to slow down at all. No one knows for sure what causes fatigue in early pregnancy, but it's possible that hormonal changes – like the huge rise in progesterone – are at least partly responsible.
A metallic taste lingers in the mouth which could also give you a distaste towards many foods. The rising estrogen is responsible for it. This ‘copper-like-taste’ can be reduced by brushing and gargling with one teaspoon salt or 1/4 teaspoon baking soda in 8 ounces of water.
Many pregnant women report getting bizarre dreams. This is a common phenomenon. Your body is changing so fast and maybe, your subconscious is trying to pack away all the accompanied anxiety via dreams.
First-trimester headaches can be really harsh! . Once you reach the second trimester, they almost vanish. Try to sleep well, mum, and also identify which foods could be the triggers. Drink lots of water and also get into a gentle yoga discipline. If unbearable, taking medication is fine. But, only after a consultation with your doctor.
Hydration
Hydration is very important for tissue building in earlier stages of pregnancy.
Lemon water (vitamin C + hydrating element) is the best drink in initial weeks.
Lemon also works on nausea and vomiting. It reduces acidity and acts as coolant for the body. Lemon water protects from infections like UTI which is very common in early weeks of pregnancy.
Hydration is necessary to maintain electrolyte balance if you have been throwing up a lot. Tender coconut water (electrolytes + hydrating element) is a best friend in this phase.
Pregnancy headaches can be very distressing. Did you know that they are mostly because of hypoglycemia and lack of hydration? Drink up to solve this problem.
Jaggery water (glucose + hydrating element) is a great choice.
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The first thing to keep in mind is: No question is silly. Get all your queries answered.
If this is your first visit, the staff will record your medical history:
If you are a ‘high-risk’ mum, do , talk to your doctor about whether you should get noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT) — a screening for chromosomal abnormalities. It is recommended for some at-risk mums as early as week 10 of pregnancy.
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The top-of-the-list requirement in early pregnancy is Folate! It is a B vitamin found in many foods. Folate is also known as folacin and vitamin B9. Of course, you will be taking a supplement for it: known as Folic acid. But, why not add more of it in your diet, too! Taro leaves (Arbi ke patte) are a low calorie green leafy vegetable that’s high in folate, potassium and vitamins C and A.
Steamy Arbi Leaves
Take some large arbi leaves, give them a nice rub of in gram flour paste, steam them (that’s healthy!) and sautéed in spices
Have as a snack or even as a dry veg with rotis.
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Most early miscarriages occur because the foetus isn't developing normally. And, they are quite common. There is nothing you can do about those,unfortunately.
Early pregnancy discomforts are likely to reduce your sexual desires, so feel free to listen to your body. Having sex during pregnancy won't trigger a miscarriage.
Your developing baby is protected by the amniotic fluid in your uterus, as well as by the strong muscles of the uterus itself.
But, sex at this stage is known to trigger bleeding in some women because of the cervix becoming soft.
There are several causes of bleeding during early pregnancy, some are of no cause for worry while some can indicate miscarriage.
The first is ‘implantation bleeding. It's not unusual to see some spotting at six weeks, but it should be light, not even enough to cover a small pantyliner. This light bleeding is normal but if you see a lot of blood, if the spotting lasts longer than two days, or you have any concerns, be sure to see your doctor right away.
Another one is a ‘brown discharge’. This may look like the sediment in a coffee mug.. This “discharge” is actually old blood that has been in the uterus for a while and is just coming out slowly.
Bleeding during a miscarriage can also look like coffee sediment or Bleeding during miscarriage can appear brown and resemble coffee grounds. Or it can be pink to bright red. It can alternate between light and heavy or even stop temporarily before starting up again. If you miscarry before you're eight weeks pregnant, it might look the same as a heavy period.
The most common sign of miscarriage is vaginal bleeding.
A woman will be happy and glowing all the time
Pregnancy can be difficult for many women. Hormones, body changes, and tiredness can take their toll on both physical and mental health, as well as affecting a woman’s mood.
It is normal for people not to feel happy all of the time, and pregnant women are no different.
Garbh samvad
Talking to the unborn baby might seem strange at this moment but this is the right time to make the new soul feel secure in your womb. The love , care, excitement of being a mum-to-be are all carried to your baby through the hormones behind your thoughts and emotions. Compose a welcome message in your mind and convey it to the baby.
There is no need to talk out loud at this phase but make sure you take out specific time for you and the baby where you can keep thinking and talking in your mind to the baby. share your feelings and pour your heart out. This definitely gives a shower of good hormones to your baby making her feel happy and safe in your womb.
The iMumz App has pre-recorded audio options of ‘talk to baby’ exercises which will guide you for this activity.
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