10 Week of Pregnancy: Baby Development & Belly, Pregnancy Symptoms, and More

10 Week of Pregnancy: Baby Development & Belly, Pregnancy Symptoms, and More

Week 10 Pregnant: You are in the 10th month now!! You have traveled so far. And getting ready to jump into the second trimester. Now your baby is slowly taking shape.

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You might be excited to read the article of this week 10 on pregnancy, as you are interested to know about the baby's development, symptoms that you will go through, and many more.

As you are stepping into the third month of pregnancy, your baby is going to hear your voice very soon. Without any late, let us check out what you should expect in this 10th week of pregnancy.

Baby Development At 10 weeks

When you think of baby development that will be in these 9 weeks of pregnancy is fast and furious. As you step into 10 weeks of pregnancy, your embryo will turn into a fetus.

From this week your fetal period is going to start, and even if it is 10 weeks still your baby's head will be larger than your baby's body.

And now, your baby's heart is fully developed and its beats 180 times a minute. The size of your baby is like an olive. Along with the heart, the brain is also developing and your baby has with delicate mouth with upper lids and a nose with two nostrils.

And at this period, your fetus is going to uplift the head from the chest. Even tiny tooth buds have already started to form. At this stage, the baby is actively growing and swallows amniotic fluid, and also starts to kick his /her legs.

Eyebrows will start to grow in the 10th week of pregnancy. Now, your baby's length will be 3.1 cm from head to bottom and your weight might be 35 grams which is approximate.

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Due to the rapid growth of your baby, your belly also takes some extra curve. Try to wear some loose-fit tops.

Baby Development At 10 weeks

Early Pregnancy Symptoms at 10 Week Pregnancy

As you are in week 10, slowly your early pregnancy signs are going to disappear, but in this week 10 you might have some early pregnancy symptoms as you are in the first trimester, let us check what they are.

  • In this first trimester, mood swings, morning sickness, and nausea are common.
  • Even though you may feel more tierdness and always like to nap this is all because of progesterone hormone that releases in your body.
  • One more sign that you will feel in this 10th week of pregnancy is white milky discharge, but don't worry it is very normal.
  • Even you may feel Round Ligament Pain which is the abdomen pain, and when you feel this pain you need not worry as that pain comes due to some stretch in your body to accommodate your baby.
  • Indigestion and Heartburn
  • Metallic Taste in the mouth which is common in the first trimester.
  • Cramping, a bit like period pains
  • Thicker and shinier hair
  • Darkened Skin on your face
  • New likes and dislikes for your food
  • Breasts will become bigger and it causes pain.

10 Weeks Pregnant Ultrasound

As your baby has jumped into the fetal period from the embryo, this is the time for first-trimester genetic testing, as your baby's parts and organs are developed.

Genetic testing is completely optional, but based on your family history it is better to take those tests.

Anyway, if you don't want to take that genetical testing like Nuchal Translucency screening or Noninvasive prenatal tests, it is the best time to go for a prenatal visit where the doctor will do some tests and examinations.

As your doctor will do a normal ultrasound, you can also see your baby, body arts, toes, fingers even the heartbeat rate.

And if you are thinking of genetical testing on your doctor's advice that can be done in week 10 of pregnancy, check the Tests during pregnancy page to get more info.

10 Weeks Pregnant Ultrasound

Precautions & Tips to Follow At 10 Week Pregnancy

We are going to provide you with some tips and tricks to follow to live healthy this week 10 in prgnancy. Do checkout below.

  • Avoid morning sickness by eating salt crackers and granola bars.
  • Keep yourself hydrated by taking lots of liquids and also water.
  • Consume vitamin-rich foods such as vitamins D, C, and A and also food that is high in antioxidants.
  • As your weight increases due to the weight of the baby in your womb, your foot may swell, so buy footwear with enough padding.
  • Take plenty of rest and sleep well.
  • Elevate your legs, exercise based on doctors' advice, also walk to improve your blood flow in the body.

FAQs on 10 Weeks Pregnant

1. What is 10 Week Pregnancy Baby Size?

The size of the baby in this 10 week pregnancy is like a size of the apricot.

2. Is 10 weeks pregnant in the safe zone?

10 weeks of pregnancy is still not safe as there is will be a high chances of miscarriage upto 12 weeks which is of first trimester.

3. What does fetus have at 10 weeks?

By week 10 all the body parts of the fetus has been grown and it improves in the upcoming weeks.

Conclusion

As you have got some knowledge about the pregnancy in 10th week, do follow the tips and be prepared for the symptoms that were provided in the above.

Important Tests during pregnancy help check the baby's growth and health, as well as the mother's well-being. 

Pregnancy is different from person to person, Do follow everything with your midwifes help. For more interesting articles, do check out our soumyahospitals.com website.

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