10 week fetal development

The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor II Tran Thi Mai Huong - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.

At the 10th week, the pregnant mother is in the third month of pregnancy and the fetus is only as small as a kumquat. During this period, the fetus develops very quickly and the shape of a baby can be seen more clearly.

At this stage, the fetus is about 3.1cm long and weighs about 35g. The fetus no longer has membranes between the toes and hands and the fingernails are forming. The baby's head is gradually getting bigger due to the rapid development of the brain. The baby's teeth are growing under the gums, which are hardening and connecting to the jawbone. Your baby will close his eyes and will only open them at 27 weeks.
In addition, the bones and cartilage in the legs are developing into the knees and the ankles and hands along with the elbows have been formed. Your baby's stomach has begun to secrete gastric juice and the kidneys are making more urine. If your child is a boy, the hormone testosterone is also being produced during this period.

At the 10th week, pregnant women can already see the protruding belly, however, do not worry if you have not seen the belly at this stage because every woman's body is different. Pregnant women will also begin to develop blue veins in the chest and abdomen; This is the source of blood and nutrients to the growing fetus. Blue veins will disappear after childbirth and lactation.

In addition, other symptoms may appear at 10 weeks of pregnancy:
Fatigue : Pregnant women will still feel tired at this stage due to the rapid development of the fetus. Take a walk and do some light exercise so your friend can feel more comfortable and sleep better. Morning Sickness: You will still have frequent nausea and vomiting, but you should not skip meals as nausea will increase if your blood pressure is low. Drink ginger tea or eat candies with ginger to relieve nausea. Heartburn and indigestion: Avoid foods like bread or noodles and eat more foods with fiber. You should not lie down immediately after a meal to avoid acid reflux and heartburn. Dizziness: Because the amount of blood is increasing gradually to provide nutrition to the fetus, you will feel dizzy when the blood pressure is high. Take a break when you feel dizzy and have a snack so your blood sugar can rise. Ligament pain: Because the ligaments in your belly are stretching, you may feel pain. Massage your abdomen or rest when you feel this pain.

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Maternity package 12 weeks Maternity package 27 weeks Maternity package 36 weeks Maternity package pregnancy - labor Doctor Tran Thi Mai Huong has 25 years of experience in examination and treatment in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology, lower tract surgery, laparoscopic surgery. Has held the position of deputy head of the School of Obstetrics and Gynecology, deputy head of the delivery department - Hai Phong Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital. Has high expertise and strength in the following areas:
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Articles refer to sources: Mayoclinic.org, Webmd.com, Babycenter.com, Whattoexpect.com