7 week of pregnancy from conception
9 obstetric week – it is also the 7th week of pregnancy from conception – this is almost the middle of the first trimester. During this period, signs of early pregnancy appear in all their glory.

What happens to the baby at 7 weeks

At the 7th week of pregnancy, serious changes occur with the baby – his reproductive system begins to be laid. True, it is still impossible to find out who you will have – a boy or a girl.

The fetus at the 7th week of pregnancy is actively developing, its organs and tissues are being improved. The baby develops the lymphatic system, there are many changes in the brain: the pituitary gland and the cerebellum appear. At this time, the liver and kidneys of the child are laid, his arms and legs lengthen, and soon he will begin to actively move them. The facial features of the future baby are being laid.

Fetal ultrasound

At the 7th week of pregnancy, a fetal ultrasound will show you a baby whose height is approximately 22–30 mm and weighs 4 grams. At the same time, his head looks much larger than his body.

For a period of 7 weeks, ultrasound is not a mandatory procedure. Only after two weeks, the gynecologist will advise you to go for an examination as part of the first screening. In the meantime, the mother can be prescribed an ultrasound if an ectopic pregnancy is suspected. It is manifested mainly by pain in the abdomen, because the embryo does not grow in the uterus, but in a tighter space, for example, in the fallopian tube.

A fetal ultrasound at the 7th week of pregnancy can be shown to those mothers who are expected to have a multiple pregnancy, that is, more than one baby. In addition, ultrasound diagnostics will help eliminate the risk of missed pregnancy.

Photo life

A photo of the abdomen at the 7th week of pregnancy is unlikely to allow others to suspect an interesting situation. At this time, the uterus has not yet increased enough in size for the tummy to protrude noticeably. Still, the child is hardly the size of a plum.

Many mothers in early pregnancy notice that it has become more difficult for them to fasten their trousers, and the belt has to be loosened. Gynecologists believe that the usual bloating plays a role here. It is often encountered at the beginning of pregnancy – and all because of the hormone progesterone. It affects intestinal motility, hence constipation, bloating and various discomforts.

What happens to mom at 7 weeks

The 7th week of pregnancy from conception is an extremely responsible time. At this time, the internal organs of the unborn child are formed, which means that the mother should be extremely attentive – listen to her feelings and, if there is any suspicion of problems, go to the doctor.

At the 7th week of pregnancy, everything that is considered to be signs of an “interesting situation” happens to the mother. There are mood swings due to hormonal changes, and weakness, fatigue due to the fact that the body has redistributed resources to your baby, and here is toxicosis. Many women at the 7th week of pregnancy experience frequent urination. Frequent urination is due to the fact that the growing uterus presses on the bladder.

What sensations can you experience in 7 week

The sensations that a woman experiences at the 7th week of pregnancy are very diverse. Each of us is individual, so it is impossible to guess in advance what set of sensations will fall out in a particular case.

Basically, at the 7th week of pregnancy from conception, expectant mothers are faced with the following sensations:

  • morning sickness, less often vomiting – in the middle of the first trimester, toxicosis is a fairly common phenomenon, but after a couple of weeks it will begin to recede;
  • cramps in the lower abdomen, they are most often provoked by a growing uterus, this is uncomfortable, but not dangerous;
  • a constant desire to go “a little” – alas, the same growing uterus puts pressure on the bladder, forcing a woman to run out of need more often than usual;
  • mood swings – the body has not yet got used to hormonal changes, but a couple of weeks and everyone around will be able to breathe easy;
  • drowsiness and weakness, because of this, all the energy of a woman is redistributed to the development of the unborn baby;
  • soreness of the chest.

Monthly

What other periods are at the 7th week of pregnancy, you ask? Indeed, the expectant mother should not have bloody discharge by the type of menstruation, and if they appear, this is a reason to make an appointment with a doctor. Moreover, gynecologists say that slight brownish discharge can wait, but scarlet, and even more abundant, require urgent action – calling an ambulance.

If the bleeding is accompanied by pain, it may be a sign of a miscarriage, and in the worst case, its consequences. It can also bleed during an ectopic pregnancy, with a frozen pregnancy, and with injuries to the vaginal mucosa. Sometimes blood appears due to tumors or infectious diseases.

Stomach ache

Pain in the lower abdomen during pregnancy is probably the most common complaint among expectant mothers. To one degree or another, every pregnant woman faces them.

Usually there is no reason to panic, but rarely pain can be a manifestation of a threatened abortion.

In early pregnancy, pain may be due to the following reasons:

  1. Fetal implantation, the waves of which can disturb the expectant mother up to 20 weeks of pregnancy. In this case, the woman feels slight short-term pain, which may be accompanied by scant bleeding for several days.
  2. An increase in the size of the uterus and stretching of the ligaments with which it is attached to the abdominal cavity. Because of this, there are shooting sensations in the uterus, usually they are short-lived – they will sharply grab and release.
  3. Disturbed ectopic pregnancy. It manifests itself in the form of a sharp, stabbing pain that spreads to the entire abdominal cavity. In this case, spotting spotting may appear.

Pain that may be cause for concern is:

  • sharp and intense;
  • long, while not weakening;
  • cramping – occur every 10-15 minutes for an hour;
  • accompanied by severe weakness up to loss of consciousness.

If bleeding is added to the pain, this may mean a threatened miscarriage.

– Unfortunately, spontaneous miscarriage in the first trimester happens quite often – every fifth woman. In 90-95 percent of cases, then they safely become pregnant again and become happy mothers, gynecologists explain.

Brown discharge

Allocations during pregnancy can be different, some are safe, some should alert the woman. Gynecologists explain that scanty brownish discharge can occur during the implantation of the baby, then they do not pose any threat. But if the discharge is plentiful and, even worse, scarlet, then you need to be prepared for anything.

– First trimester bleeding occurs in every fourth woman. In 80% of cases, even in the presence of blood discharge, as well as pain in the lower abdomen, the pregnancy proceeds safely and ends with the birth of a viable child, – encouraging obstetrician-gynecologist Dina Absalyamova.

In case of suspicious spotting, the doctor should conduct a gynecological examination, and also refer the woman to an ultrasound scan to exclude an ectopic pregnancy. By the way, the diagnosis of “miscarriage” based on ultrasound is not necessarily correct; to confirm it, a second examination is prescribed after 1-2 weeks.

What can cause bleeding and pain at 7 weeks pregnant:

  • a threat or a miscarriage that has begun;
  • ectopic pregnancy;
  • non-developing pregnancy;
  • pregnancy of unclear localization;
  • implantation bleeding;
  • bleeding associated with multiple pregnancies.

Popular questions and answers

Why does swelling occur during pregnancy and how to deal with them?

Physiological edema often accompanies pregnancy, especially in the later stages, when the ureters are compressed by the uterus and the outflow of urine is difficult. Why do they occur:

• due to insufficient protein intake, the vascular wall becomes easily permeable, water goes into the tissues and causes their swelling;

• due to the consumption of large amounts of salty foods;

• in the later stages by increasing the volume of circulating blood and creating an additional burden on the cardiovascular and urinary systems;

• swelling can occur due to chronic diseases such as diabetes, varicose veins and others.

For the treatment of edema, it is recommended to adhere to a protein diet and exclude from the diet everything that makes you want to drink – spicy, salty, sweet. Water should be consumed on average 2-2,5 liters per day, without fanaticism. It is useful to lead an active lifestyle – go to the pool, and from time to time rest, raising your legs above your head for 20-30 minutes. You can use compression stockings if it is not +30 degrees outside.

Is it true that pregnant women are more likely to get SARS?

The risk of catching a cold in pregnant women is the same as in all other people. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take care of yourself. In the first trimester, it is better to avoid any illness, even if it is a common cold. By the way, only every fifth expectant mother turns to a doctor with ARVI, so it is difficult to calculate the number of cases. Moreover, women in vain avoid a visit to a therapist, self-medication can be much more dangerous.

Can coughing cause miscarriage?

Many mothers think that with a strong cough, premature labor or miscarriage can begin. In most cases, this is not the case, but if a woman “winds” herself with such fears, the risk increases. The experience can lead to the production of adrenaline, norepinephrine and cortisol – stress hormones – they can easily cross the placenta, and this can lead in the worst case to termination of pregnancy.

Is it possible to have sex?

– If the pregnancy is going well and there are no contraindications, then it is not only possible, but also necessary. Sex helps to harmonize relationships in a couple, normalizes the emotional state of a woman, during sex a lot of hormones of happiness – endorphins – are released. It used to be that in the first and last months of pregnancy, sex should be abandoned, but the study did not confirm the harm of intimate life during these periods, the gynecologists explain.

At the 7th week of pregnancy, as at any other period, sex is allowed if there is no threat of termination of pregnancy or other complications. So before you indulge in pleasures, discuss this point with your doctor.

– Sexual positions depending on the duration of pregnancy may vary. This is due to the increase in the tummy of the expectant mother. Positions without deep penetration are best, such as the classic face-to-face pose, as well as the side pose. At a later date, a pose is welcomed when a woman is on all fours or sits on top of a man, experts specify.

It does not hurt to dispel a couple of myths:

Can an orgasm cause a miscarriage? No, orgasm, of course, is accompanied by uterine contractions, but they occur at other times as well. If you are not at risk for miscarriage, there is no danger.

Is it possible to touch the baby with the penis? No, the child is reliably protected by the membranes, cervix and water, it is impossible to hit him.

What to do if pulling the lower abdomen?

One of the options for pain during pregnancy is pulling, spastic pain. They are usually not intense and are localized either on one side or throughout the lower abdomen.

– Similar pains indicate sprains and growth of the uterus. These pains are not accompanied by bleeding. With increasing gestational age, they increase, especially with physical activity. Such pains can provoke the large size of the fetus, polyhydramnios and multiple pregnancies, gynecologists explain.

It is best to sit or lie down and rest for a while. They usually go away on their own within a few minutes. If relaxation does not help, the pain intensifies and does not think to go away, call the hospital.

What to do if the temperature rises?

In early pregnancy, women often experience a slight increase in temperature, up to about 37,5 degrees. This is the norm, so there is nothing to worry about.

However, sometimes the temperature is not associated with an “interesting position”, but is a sign of inflammation. If the expectant mother has caught a cold or, worse, does not know the causes of the fever, you need to contact a therapist.

At a high temperature in the first trimester, there is a risk of malformations in the fetus. If the thermometer shows 38-38,5 degrees, it is better to take antipyretics that are allowed during pregnancy, or simply wipe yourself with cool water.

ARVI itself usually resolves in 7-10 days. To speed up the healing process, get plenty of rest, ventilate the room, rinse your nose with sea salt solutions, and drink plenty of warm fluids.

How to eat right?

– During pregnancy, everything that the child needs for development, he takes from the body of the mother. Therefore, it is very important that a woman eat right. In this case, you do not need to eat for two, gynecologists explain.

The main foods that you need to include in the diet of a pregnant woman:

1. Red meat: lamb, beef, veal. Red meat contains a lot of iron, and it affects the level of oxygen in the blood of both mother and child. With a reduced amount of iron, anemia develops, and consequently, oxygen starvation of both the mother and the fetus. The daily intake is 200-400 g of red meat.

2. Sources of calcium: cottage cheese, cheese, sesame.

3. Flaxseed oil, rich in omega-3s and fatty acids. A teaspoon per day will be enough.

What is not recommended:

• tuna, the mercury and methylmercury it contains can damage the fetal nervous system;

• Feta cheese and all soft cheeses – they may contain a microorganism that causes listeriosis, and this disease is very dangerous for a child;

• raw foods: sushi with raw fish, raw meat and eggs – without heat treatment, any product is dangerous.

• legumes, it is better to refuse them, as they provoke increased gas formation, and against the background of poor intestinal motility, this can be fraught;

• products with excessive salt content, they provoke edema, which makes life very difficult for expectant mothers.

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