Week 12: First Trimester Finish Line
Your baby is now about the size of a fig.
Avg. Length: 5.4 cm
(Crown to Rump)
Your Baby This Week
At 12 weeks, your baby has all major organs, bones, and muscles. The circulatory, digestive, and urinary systems are active. The liver makes bile, fingernails are forming, and the baby is drinking and peeing amniotic fluid.
Your Body This Week
You've reached a major milestone! According to the Medical News Today, The risk of miscarriage drops significantly after the completion of the first trimester. As the placenta takes over, you may feel relief from morning sickness and a returning appetite. Your waist might be thickening, but don't worry about your bump size—it's different for everyone.
Tips for Your Partner
Your support at prenatal visits is invaluable. Help by planning the route, gathering documents, and packing water and snacks. Being the designated note-taker is also a great way to remember the doctor's advice and show you're in this together.
References
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Fetal Development: Week-by-Week Stages of Pregnancy - Cleveland Clinichttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/7247-fetal-development-stages-of-growth
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12 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs - What To Expecthttps://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/week-by-week/week-12.aspx
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Your Pregnancy Week by Week: Weeks 9-12 - WebMDhttps://www.webmd.com/baby/your-pregnancy-week-by-week-weeks-9-12
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Miscarriage rates by week: Risks and statistics - Medical News Todayhttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322634#miscarriage-rates-by-week
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12 weeks pregnant guide - Best Start in Life - NHShttps://www.nhs.uk/best-start-in-life/pregnancy/week-by-week-guide-to-pregnancy/1st-trimester/week-12/