Pregnancy Week-by-Week Guide
Welcome to Happy Parents Happy Baby’s weekly guide to pregnancy, birth and parenting.
Week 4: I’m pregnant!
In this issue we guide you through what to do when you find out you’re pregnant, share top tips for sore boobs and explain how your tiny embryo is really quite amazing.
Week 5: To tell or not to tell?
In this issue we explore the pros and cons of sharing your big news early on, explain what to do if you have early pregnancy bleeding and explain why it’s a big week for your baby’s developing nervous system.
Week 6: feeling a little peaky?
If you find yourself reaching for the sick bowl this week, the good news is that we’re here to help. We’ll also discuss why you might be reaching for the panty liners and marvel at how something the size of a pomegranate seed already has a beating heart.
Week 7: The emotional rollercoaster
This week we explore some of the emotions you might be feeling now the big news has set in. We’ll also talk about crazy cravings and what your blueberry-sized baby has been up to.
Week 8: Your booking appointment
In this issue we guide you through what to expect from your booking appointment. We’ll also look at what you can do to cope with tiredness and how your raspberry-sized baby is growing.
Week 9: Are you looking after yourself?
In this issue we guide you through how to make sure you’re looking after yourself, as well as your baby. We’ll share top tips for darkened skin and explain how your baby’s face is starting to form.
Week 10: Double figures!
In this issue we guide you through how to exercise safely during pregnancy. We’ll also look at how to relieve constipation and learn about how fast your baby’s heart is beating.
Week 11: Time is flying!
In this issue we guide you through what to expect from the 12-week scan. We’ll also look at why you might be feeling dizzy and how your baby is now about the size of a plum.
Week 12: Antenatal classes
In this issue we guide you through what to expect from antenatal classes, why you’re constantly needing a wee. Plus, this week your foetus is now fully formed!
Week 13: Say goodbye to the first trimester
In this issue we look at why you might be having trouble sleeping and what you can do to try to get more. We also look at bleeding gums and what’s happening with your lemon-sized baby.
Week 14: Adore your pelvic floor
In this issue we guide you through the importance of your pelvic floor and how to strengthen it. We’ll also look at pelvic pain and, when it comes to your baby, this week they could be sprouting some hair!
Week 15: What is hypnobirthing?
In this issue we introduce you to hypnobirthing and how to spot the symptoms of anaemia. And this is the week to start singing as your baby can now hear muted sounds from the outside world.
Week 16: Feeling your baby move
In this issue we guide you through how to monitor your baby’s movements. We’ll also look at round ligament pain and your baby’s development this week which includes some exciting arm and leg movement.
Week 17: Protecting yourself and your baby
In this issue we guide you through which vaccines are recommended in pregnancy and how to manage changes to the skin on your face. We also look at how your onion-sized baby’s eyes are developing.
Week 18: Feeling hot and bothered?
In this issue we give you tips on how to keep your mouth healthy in pregnancy, explain why it’s natural to feel a bit sweaty right now and look at your baby’s growth and movements.
Week 19: Almost time to see your baby again
In this issue we guide you through what to expect from the 20 week scan, how to cope with pregnancy headaches and look at what your mango-sized baby is up to in there!
Week 20: You’re halfway there!
In this issue we look at why it’s normal to get stretch marks, how to ease indigestion and heartburn and what your boy or girl’s genitals are now doing.
Week 21: Where will you have your baby?
In this issue we guide you through your choices for where to give birth, hair changes you might be experiencing and, big news, this week your baby has outgrown the placenta.
Week 22: Dressing your bump
In this issue we guide you through what to look for in maternity clothes, give you tips for avoiding thrush and look at your baby’s sleeping patterns.
Week 23: When to tell work
In this issue we advise telling work about your pregnancy if you haven’t already, discuss leg cramps as a common pregnancy symptom and look at how your baby is practising its breathing.