At 7 weeks, the embryo measures 7 mm. Organogenesis continues with the establishment of all of its organs: the brain, stomach, intestine, liver, kidneys and bladder. The heart doubles in size, so that it forms a small protuberance on the abdomen. The embryonic tail disappears, the spine falls into place with vertebrae around the spinal cord. On the face of fetus at 2 months, his future sensory organs are outlined, the dental buds settle. The arms and legs are extended, the future hands and feet are emerging, followed by fingers and toes. Primitive sex cells also take place.

At 9 WA, the embryo begins to move in its bubble filled with amniotic fluid. These are still reflex movements, visible on ultrasound but imperceptible to the future mother. month pregnant 2.

At the end of this 2nd month of pregnancy, i.e. 10 weeks of amenorrhea (SA), the embryo weighs 11 g and measures 3 cm. He now has human form with a head, limbs. The outline of all its organs is formed and its nervous system is being structured. You can hear his body beating on Doppler. Embryogenesis is complete: the embryo passes to fetus at 2 month pregnant. (1) (2).

The belly at 2 months of pregnancy is not yet visible, even if the mother-to-be begins to feel that she is pregnant due to the various symptoms.

The mother’s body undergoes intense physiological transformations: blood flow increases, the uterus continues to grow and hormonal impregnation increases. Under the effect of the hormone hCG which then reaches its maximum level at 2 month pregnant, the ailments are amplifying:

• nausea sometimes accompanied by vomiting
• drowsiness
• irritability
• tight, tender breasts, darker areolas with small tubercles
• frequent urges to urinate
• hypersalivation
• tightness in the lower abdomen at the start of pregnancy, due to the uterus which is now the size of an orange, can intensify.

Physiological changes can cause new pregnancy ailments to appear:

• constipation
• heartburn
• a feeling of bloating, spasms
• a feeling of heavy legs
• minor discomforts due to hypoglycemia or a drop in blood pressure
• tingling in the hands
• shortness of breath

Pregnancy is also taking place psychologically, which is not without arousing certain fears and concerns in the future mother as well as second month, pregnancy is still considered fragile.

• Make your first mandatory prenatal visit to a gynecologist or midwife
• perform the blood tests (determination of the blood group, rubella serology, toxoplasmosis, HIV, syphilis, check for irregular agglutinins) and urine (check for glycosuria and albuminuria) prescribed during the visit
• send the pregnancy declaration (“First prenatal medical examination”) issued during the visit to the various organizations.
• make an appointment for the first ultrasound (between 11 WA and 13 WA + 6 days)
• compile a pregnancy file in which all the examination results will be gathered
• start thinking about where you were born

• The watchword of this 2th month of pregnancy  : Rest. At this stage, it is still fragile, so it is necessary to avoid any overwork or significant effort.
• in case of bleeding, and / or severe or severe pain tightness in the lower abdomen during early pregnancy, consult without delay. It doesn’t have to be a miscarriage, but it’s important to check it out.
• and square organogenesis, the fetus at 2 months is very fragile. It is therefore necessary to avoid viruses, microbes and parasites that are potentially dangerous for him (rubella, listeriosis, toxoplasmosis, etc.).
• throughout pregnancy, self-medication should be avoided because some drug molecules can harm the fetus. To treat the inconvenience of the first trimester, seek advice from your pharmacist, gynecologist or midwife.
• alternative medicine is an interesting resource against these ailments. Homeopathy is safe for the fetus, but for optimum effectiveness, medications should be chosen with care. Herbal medicine is another interesting resource, but it should be handled with care. Seek advice from a specialist.
• Without going on a diet or eating for two, it is important to adopt a balanced diet. It also helps to limit certain pregnancy ailments (constipation, nausea, hypoglycemia).

The first reflex to 2 month pregnant is to stay hydrated by drinking 1,5 L of water daily. This prevents digestive discomfort associated with pregnancy such as constipation, which can cause the appearance of hemorrhoids, and nausea. Regarding the latter, an empty stomach will accentuate the feelings of nausea. To reduce nausea and avoid taking medications that could potentially harm the 2-month-old fetus, the future mother can drink herbal teas of ginger or chamomile. The evils of 2 months pregnant belly are more or less frequent according to each one. Natural solutions exist for each of them. 

As for food, it is recommended that it be healthy and of high quality. The unborn baby needs nutrients to develop properly. In this 2nd month of pregnancy, folic acid (or vitamin B 9) is very important for the production of the nervous system and the genetic material of the embryo. It is mainly found in green vegetables (beans, romaine lettuce or watercress), legumes (split peas, lentils, chickpeas) and certain fruits such as oranges or melon. Throughout pregnancy, it is important to avoid deficiencies with possible serious consequences for the fetus. The doctor may prescribe folic acid supplementation for a pregnant woman if she has a deficit. Often, it is even prescribed as soon as the desire to become pregnant, so that the expectant mother has enough vitamin B 9 when she becomes pregnant.