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Your baby weighs about 1g and is about 4mm long and resembles a tiny tadpole. While the placenta is forming, the fluid-filled bubble that the embryo floats in contains everything he needs. All your baby's internal organs are in place.

Remember to follow a healthy eating plan. Continue taking folic acid supplements for the next six weeks to lower the risk of spina bifida, cleft palate, hare lip bifida.

Your baby's head, chest, limbs and spinal cord have begun to form and, leg and arm buds are visible. Although the embryo is only about the size of a 20c piece - you will be able to see him on a scan

You may be experiencing morning sickness, which could last six weeks or more. Eat a dry biscuit before you get out of bed in the morning Drink ginger tea (available from most health shops).

This week, your baby has a recognisable human form. His body has unfolded slightly and his head is resting on his chest. The brain and head are developing quickly.

You will probably feel unbelievably tired, due to the increased workload that you body is experiencing. Eat your last meal of the day as early as possible and then get an early night.

With all of its four chambers, your baby's heart beats twice as fast as yours - about 180 times-a-minute. When you have your next scan you should be able to see movement and his muscles have started to develop.

You will find that you will need to go to the loo more, as a result of your enlarged womb pressing on your bladder. Cut down on fizzy and caffeinated drinks, but keep up your fluid intake with lots of water.

Your baby's arms now have elbows and there are distinct fingers. His inner ear has developed however his eyelids are still sealed. While his taste buds are developing, his legs are growing rapidly and his heartbeat can be picked up with an ultra sound.

You will find your rapidly developing body and the new life growing inside you fascinating. Invest in some new underwear that suits and supports your new shape. Sports bras are perfect as they have extra fabric around the sides to give support without any wires or bones.

Your baby's gender will still be a secret - so you won't be able to peek! His skin is in two layers, completely transparent and is covered with a fine down. At this stage, your baby's digestive system is developing rapidly

Your womb has lifted into the abdomen and the pressure on your bladder should ease, but it's goodbye waistline! If you have suffered from morning sickness, nausea will now begin to diminish. Wear loose fitting clothes that don't accentuate your disappearing waistline; Visit the dentist - your risk of gum infection will be higher now.

Your baby is about 6cm long, excluding his curled up legs, and he weighs no more than 15g. Both legs and arms can move slightly and the placenta is now fully developed and takes over as your baby's life support system.

You may start to feel faint if you get up too quickly or when your blood sugar level has dropped. Try to work sitting down, and eat smaller meals more often.

Your baby's genital area swells and either develops into a male or female organ. Babies adopt all sorts of demure poses when the ultrasound scanner is about, so it's not always easy to tell, at this stage whether your unborn child is a boy or a girl.

You may develop digestive problems as a result of your hormones slackening the sphincter at the top of your stomach causing acid to leak in. Neutralise acid with a milky drink or try some peppermint tea (available from most health shops).

Although he would still just fit in the Palm of your hand, your baby's features are more discernible. All his organs are perfectly formed miniatures.

Your body is adapting to being pregnant and you won't feel as tired. Make the most of your newfound well-being and take that well- deserved break as well as visit friends and family.

Your baby's fingernails are beginning to grow and his face is looking more human now. Your baby's skin is translucent and has a red tint.

When you have this week's scan you will be amazed by what you see. Watch out for the tiny pulsating heart racing away. Start to think seriously about your birth plan. Talk to your partner about the birth.

At 12cm long and weighing in at around 130g, your baby looks thin and undernourished because there's no layer of fat under his skin. His blood vessels are visible.

You can blame your raging hormones for your fluctuating mood. Stave off stress naturally by drinking some Camomile tea, taking long warm baths and gentle walks. Take up yoga or treat yourself to a cranial massage

Your baby's nervous system is developing and he is now more mobile. It it's your first pregnancy; you may start feeling the first butterfly movements.

Progesterone, the hormone that maintains pregnancy, slows down your digestion, so you may well be constipated. Drink at least eight glasses of plain, still water - not tea or coffee - a day. Increase your fruit and vegetable intake. Take care of your back, which will be prone to strain during pregnancy. Watch you posture and try tilting your tummy and let your bottom stick out. Use your knees to bend.

Some specialists believe that your baby can now hear. Soft music is believed to soothe an active baby in the womb - try this at night. His eyes are still sealed but sensitive to light and his eyebrows and eyelashes are growing. He is swallowing and excreting amniotic fluid.

You will welcome this unfamiliar feeling of energy. Breathing exercises and gentle stretching can help your body now. Join an antenatal class.

Your baby can wave, cross his legs, make a fist, grab the umbilical cord and even suck his tiny thumb.

You may be developing a rampant libido and find you're seducing your partner almost as often as he'd like. Experiment to find the most comfortable positions for you.

Your baby's growth rate begins to slow now that he's around 16cm long, weighing in at about 340g. A layer of fat is building up beneath the skin, which is now covered in fine hair.

The chemical changes in your body may mean you give off a warm and alluring odour. Dispense with perfume and revel in your natural scent instead.

Muscles are now more developed. You may notice he is most active when you are resting and fairly still when you are moving around.

You will be more noticeably pregnant now and probably opt for clothes with an elastic waistband. If you work out cut down on high impact activities. Try swimming or walking instead.

The cycle of life begins early. A baby girl will already have about seven million eggs in her ovaries. Nipples appear on both sexes and your baby's teeth have formed.

You may become anxious and experience vivid dreams about the birth and the future. Speak to friends and fellow mothers - they'll understand and give you some tips.

Your baby's eyes are well developed now and can move from side to side. However, he can't see much because his visual range is limited until a few weeks after birth.

You may find that skin problems may worsen and you may get spots. Buy a cleanser, toner and good moisturiser and try to have a regular facial to help clear clogged pores, which may lead to spots.

Your baby's skin is wrinkly, although he has gained about 500g in the last month and is now 21cm long. He is also able to kick now and intermittently sucks his thumb. Your baby can also cough and hiccup.

Make the most of being still fairly mobile by sourcing and buying any items you may need. Shop for big items - cot, pram etc - while you're still fit. With a deposit, some shops store them free of charge until needed.

Your baby can hear your voice and may be able to distinguish the sound of you and your partner.

Your hair gets thicker and thicker. The extra starts dropping out when your baby is about three months old. Invest in a decent haircut that will be easy to maintain.

Your baby's heartbeat has now dropped to an average of 150 beats per minute. Boys tend to have rates below this and girls above. But then, who's counting?

The skin on your abdomen becomes very stretched and thin, you may also start to get stretch marks. Antenatal visits will become more frequent. Getting comfortable may now be a problem for you. And you may suffer from indigestion. Ask your partner to give you a massage Sleep propped up in bed. Eat little and often and keep up your calcium intake with dairy products, especially if you suffer with cramps. You can apply for maternity benefits now.

Your baby is developing immunity to infection from your antibodies, which cross the placenta. This will be boosted by breastfeeding and last until he is a few months old.

You may get cramp in your calves as you muscles are carrying extra weight. If cramp does strike, force your heel down on the floor Eat slightly more salt.

Your baby's head is now in proportion to its body. Fat stores are beginning to accumulate and the body is covered in thick grease (vernix), which prevents the skin becoming soggy. It's noisy in there as your baby learns to live with the sound of your blood humming and whooshing with all your digestive gurgling. There's some evidence that he is aware of external light, too.

You're beginning to look forward to maternity leave. If you haven't already, talk to your Employer about flexi-hours, especially if working is beginning to take its toll.

If your baby were born now he would probably survive with special care. Your baby is about 20cm long and weighs around 1.1kg.

A brown line may develop from the top of the bump to your pubic bone. It's caused by the parting of the muscles and will fade after the birth. Build up energy reserves with fresh vegetables and pulses.

There is now rapid brain development as nerve fibres form. This allows impulses to travel faster and so increase your baby's ability to learn.

You will start to feel exhausted and perhaps even breathless on exertion. You may start to feel Braxton Hicks contractions. These tightening of the uterus last for about 30 seconds. As your uterus rises you may suffer from discomfort and slight pain on the lower part of your ribcage as the baby pushes up under your diaphragm.

He still has plenty of space to move around and is likely to be very active. His movements will feel stronger to you and you may even be able to see them ripple across your bump.

Use the contractions to practice your breathing and relaxation. You should have given up work by now and starting to plan for the labour. Pack your bag. Take things slowly - especially if you are not getting a good nights sleep

The lungs now have most of their airways and air sacs, ready for breathing after birth. The placenta is keeping your baby well with oxygen and nutrients and has reached maturity supplied.

You may suffer from back and pelvic ache because your Hormones have now relaxed the supporting ligaments.

Normal chest movements will cause your baby to hiccup sometimes and you may feel strange, regular little jumps. Your baby is perfectly formed now and in most cases will have turned head down (cephalic).

Make sure your mattress is firm and supportive. If it isn't, you should invest in a new one - it will be helpful after the birth, too.

There's less room for moving now and your baby may well have turned upside down into the birth position. After 36 weeks it's unlikely that he will alter position.

You may find that pressure from the baby's head causes you to leak when you sneeze or laugh. Increase the number of pelvic floor Exercises you do to keep this area strong. Not only will they help you, they'll improve your sex life, too.

Your baby's skin is becoming less transparent and is now pink rather than red. His toe and fingernails are now fully grown and at 32cm long and he weighs about 2,5kg.

You're probably at home during the day by now. Rest as much as possible. Make contact with other expectant mother groups to help avoid feelings of isolation.

Your baby may have hair on his head now (sometimes between 2.5 - 5cm in length). Most of the down on his body will have disappeared, and only the vernix - a white, greasy substance that protects his skin. Your baby is getting steadily plumper. His irises of his eyes are blue and his fingernails reach to the ends of his fingers.

They call it nesting, the sudden urge in the last few weeks to clean, decorate, make cot covers and bake. Don't overdo it. It may send your blood pressure up.

Your baby is now much plumper and his lungs are ready for the birth. His head may well drop right down into the pelvis, resting on the cervix, ready to go.

Due dates are only a rough guide, so it's worth having everything ready for the day. If you have older children, make sure you've made childcare arrangements. Buy a good maternity bra, if you plan to breastfeed. Rest with your feet up as much as possible. Don't organise too many activities but keep yourself entertained with hobbies and books.

A boy's testicles will have dropped into the scrotum and a girl's breasts may be slightly swollen because of hormones, but will flatten after the birth.

Everyone wants to know if you've gone into labour yet. Enjoy lie-ins they'll be your last for a while Say yes to any offers of help from friends and family.

The bones of your baby's skull are ready for the birth. They can slide over each other and overlap, allowing the head to pass through the cervix and vagina without damage.

Practice contractions will give way to the real thing, and a dull ache in your lower back. Relax, trust your instincts, and enjoy becoming a mum

Only five per cent of babies arrive on the due date. The average baby weighs about 3.5kg at birth and is about 36cm long.

As your expected date of delivery nears you may become anxious. You will notice that your baby's movements decrease as there is less space in the uterus- you may feel strong jabs from hands and feet.