Pregnancy Week - 10 Weeks Pregnant
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Pregnancy Week 10
**Please note- Your Due Date is calculated from the date of your last menstrual period, which corresponds to our Pregnancy Week by Week articles. Week 10
How Big is the Baby at Ten Weeks Pregnant?
A common exposure that some women may not consider during pregnancy is second hand smoke. Second hand smoke can be harmful particularly during pregnancy. If you find yourself in an environment where people are smoking, remove yourself as quickly as possible. Don't hesitate to address your needs or assert yourself during this important time. Most people will certainly understand your concerns and will be more than happy to accommodate any requests to avoid exposing your baby to unnecessary toxins. By the end of pregnancy week 10, your baby's organ systems are growing quickly. Internal organs are starting to form, and vital organs including the liver, kidney, intestines, and brain will start functioning. In the next three weeks, your baby's length will grow exponentially. Tiny details will start appearing on your baby's body, including items such as toenails. If you were to look really closely you might even notice some peach fuzz growing on your baby's skin! By now, your baby will be consumed with swallowing and kicking. That's right, your baby will swallow amniotic fluid during your pregnancy. Consider it a practice run for breathing once he or she is born! Spinal nerves are also visible at this point in pregnancy, and your baby's liver is busy making blood cells. Pregnancy Medical Facts!
Both excessive pregnancy weight gain and inadequate weight gain is associated with adverse infant outcomes. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) has set guidelines for weight gain in pregnancy. Pregnancy weight gain above the recommended IOM guidelines is more common that pregnancy weight gain below the guidelines. Unfortunately, women who gain more than the recommended pregnancy weight give birth to babies with more problems than the babies born to women who gained weight within the recommended guidelines. It is also known that inadequate weight gain during pregnancy clearly places your baby at an increased risk for problems at birth. Weight gain in pregnancy both over and under the recommended Institute of Medicine guidelines will increase the chances of your baby having problems at delivery and after birth. The more controlled your pregnancy weight gain is the healthier your baby will be.
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Hang in there, now that you are 10 weeks pregnant, just a couple more weeks and you should start noticing some significant relief from morning sickness! By 10 weeks pregnant, you are probably starting to feel more and more positive about your pregnancy. You have probably had the opportunity to hear your baby's heartbeat for the first time at your doctor's office. The sound of your baby's heartbeat will probably send you and your partner to the moon and back. If you haven't invited your partner to accompany you to your prenatal visits by now, you might consider doing so. Though many are 'run of the mill' checks, your partner will feel more a part of your pregnancy, more helpful and supportive if they are invited to your prenatal visits. During your visits, your partner and you will also have the opportunity to discuss any questions and concerns you may be having about your pregnancy. Your partner may even think of a few questions you may have missed!
Pregnancy Pillow Most women find they have trouble sleeping at night during pregnancy. This is due to your rapidly changing hormones, not to mention your expanding uterus. As you continue to grow during pregnancy, you'll likely find that you have more difficulty sleeping at night. Many women find it is hard to get into a comfortable sleeping position. If you are one of the many mothers having difficulty sleeping during pregnancy, Snoozer Pregnancy Pillows can help! Simply tuck one in along side your tummy and you'll find you sleep a lot more comfortably. A good pregnancy or maternity pillow will provide your growing tummy with much needed support. You may even find it so comfortable that you continue using it in the months following delivery of your newborn baby! Maternity Clothes
Want to know one thing all pregnant moms have in common? They are hot… No, we aren’t referring to the fact that moms look good (even though all pregnant women are masterpieces!). We are referring to the fact that most moms feel very hot while pregnant because their body temperature is higher than normal. If this feels like you then check out the amazing selection of maternity shorts vendors have to offer this year. If you are expecting, there is no reason you can’t wear
maternity shorts from Destination Maternity Pregnancy Health Tips This test is typically conducted between the 9th and 11th weeks of pregnancy. There is a small risk of miscarriage associated with the procedure (about 1 percent), thus you should discuss the risks with your healthcare practitioner prior to deciding to undergo this test. CVS is considered one of the more invasive tests that can be performed during pregnancy, and it is usually only performed in high risk pregnancies, such as a woman with a family history of genetic hereditary disease or one who is older than 35 years of age. The triple screen test is a common and safe test performed during pregnancy. It is a non-invasive blood test taken between the beginning of the 15th week and the 17th week. This test measures levels of three proteins in the blood, AFP, HCG and UE3. The levels of these proteins are compared with the mother's age and ethnicity of the parents and can determine the probability of a potential genetic problem in the baby. Some of the more common problems the test can help identify include:
If your test results from a triple screen come back positive, your physician may recommend an amniocentesis The CVS test is actually considered more risky than an amniocentesis. Whether or not you decide to opt for genetic testing is completely your decision. You may be pre-disposed to certain conditions. Many parents want to know the possibility of a potential problem ahead of time, so they can prepare themselves mentally for what is to come in the weeks to follow. It is important that you go into any testing situation fully informed and aware of the potential benefits and risks. Remember that testing is not without its associated errors and false positive results. Many babies that have positive test results are born perfectly healthy. Be sure you discuss your situation with your doctor in detail before deciding on any procedures that may be suggested for you. Some women will opt to forgo any genetic screenings even if a triple marker test indicates the potential for a birth defect or genetic abnormality. Have confidence that you can make the decision that is best for you and your baby, and be sure to lean on your family and friends for support when necessary.
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during pregnancy. There are some tests that are common to most women during pregnancy, while others are performed only under special circumstances. Women who are of
advanced maternal age, over 35 years of age, may opt to undergo a test referred to as