13 weeks pregnant
Length: 6 cmWeight: 25 g
Baby development
I'm now fully developed to the point that my organs are now functional.
However, I still need to grow and mature to cope with life outside the womb when the time comes. My hearing is continuing to develop, but research has shown that we babies can at this time absorb some sounds thanks to receptors in the skin. By talking, singing or playing music to me, even at this relatively early stage my parents can begin forming a bond with me.
The intestines reach further into the abdomen and the liver begins to produce bile and the pancreas produces insulin. My neck has grown and makes it possible for me to move my head. The body is becoming a lot sturdier as the cartilage in my body is slowly being replaced by the skeleton. I’m growing at an accelerated rate and my body is trying to catch up with my head, which is larger than my body. During an ultrasound, you might see my hands on my face and or my thumb in my mouth.
Mothers development
The risk of miscarriage has decreased now.
Your belly is rounder and you can start waving goodbye to your waist. The placenta is now your baby’s primary source of nutrition, so this is the time for caution when ingesting any drugs or medication. For life hacks not dependent on drugs you can always rely on rest, relaxation and warmth to tackle aches and pain, whilst irritating nasal congestion can be relieved with saline solution. Always consult your midwife or doctor before taking any medication to make sure it isn’t dangerous for your child.
Co-parent
The risk of miscarriage is almost a thing of the past.
Your appetite has also returned so it might be time to double down on your favourite snacks and treat yourself to a restaurant visit. Be sure to enjoy each other's company by speaking to each other and making the best of uninterrupted time together. It is always important to nurture the relationship and not forget each other. Because when the baby arrives it will be perfectly natural to have your attention focused on a little bundle of joy rather than each other, initially.
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