Week 6 of Pregnancy

Baby's growth

The formation of his limbs and his vital organs begins. He does not yet have a human appearance, his head is barely noticeable. Enter into his interesting universe.

Changes in mother

Your chest will increase slightly in size and you will feel pain and tingling. The woman may experience spotting or bleeding, because the fertilized egg is implanting in the uterus. Know that other changes are taking place in your body.

It's good you know...

You should see your doctor for a prenatal checkup every month.

Food-borne diseases such as listeriosis and toxoplasmosis can endanger the life of an embryo and cause congenital abnormalities or miscarriage. Here is a list of foods that you should avoid: soft cheeses such as feta, goat, brie, Camembert and Roquefort. unpasteurized milks and juices raw or undercooked meats, including hot dogs, sausages and cold cuts, raw seafood, pâtés. raw eggs or food containing raw eggs. Toxoplasmosis can also spread from cat litter boxes, so wear gloves or have someone else clean the box during your pregnancy.

Now it is time for you to think about buying some maternity clothes, take your time, it is important that you feel comfortable and that what you buy is also useful for the last months of pregnancy.