Yay! It’s the last week of the first trimester and you did it. We’re not
just talking about getting through those work meetings without falling
asleep (or puking!), we’re talking about how you’ve completed one whole
third of your pregnancy -- and the reputed toughest one at that. You’ve
grown a fetus that has vocal cords, teeth and even fingerprints (wow!)
and you probably kept this incredible news (mostly) secret while you
constantly wished you could shout it from the rooftops -- or, at the
very least, use it as an excuse for getting to work late. It’s about
this time that many parents-to-be start spreading the word (to more
people than just close family and friends) that there’s a baby on the
way. But know that there are no hard and fast rules about when you
should divulge your secret. It could be after your next prenatal doctor
visit, once you start showing or at a big family event where everyone
will be gathered. Or maybe everyone already knows! That’s totally your
call.
your baby at 13 weeks
- Can you believe she's forming vocal cords and teeth?!
- And even though she's still teeny, she already has fingerprints.
- Her intestines are moving from the umbilical cord to their more permanent place, in her tummy.
pregnancy symptoms at 13 weeks
- Visible veins, thanks to your increased blood flow.
- Less fatigue and nausea, as you enter the second trimester, which is known to be the least symptomatic.
- Maybe an increased sex drive -- enjoy!
your must-do's
- Schedule your second trimester tests.
your nice-to-do's
- Celebrate -- one trimester down, two to go!
- Start planning maternity leave
- Make sure you're exercising! You'll probably feel more energized during the second trimester, so take advantage.
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