Your baby at 6 weeks
Small limb buds are appearing, which will become arms and legs.
There are tiny dents where the ears will be, and the liver, brain and muscles and bones are developing.
Your body at 6 weeks
Morning sickness often kicks in around now. Despite the name, it can strike at any time of day, though it's often worse when you first wake up.
Sore breasts, headaches and needing to wee more are all common.
Plain crackers by the bed and small snacks every couple of hours help lots of mums. So does lowering your expectations of yourself.
Your to-do list at 6 weeks
- Speak to your midwife or GP if you can't keep food or drink down, as severe sickness needs treatment.
- Rest whenever you can.
When to call your midwife
Contact your midwife, GP or NHS 111 if you have bleeding, tummy pain or severe sickness where you can't keep fluids down. Call 999 if you have heavy bleeding, severe pain, pain in the tip of your shoulder or feel faint, as these can be signs of an ectopic pregnancy.
How big is my baby at 6 weeks pregnant?
At 6 weeks, your baby is about 6mm, roughly the size of a pea.
How many months is 6 weeks pregnant?
6 weeks pregnant is around 1 month, in the first trimester.
What should I do at 6 weeks pregnant?
Speak to your midwife or GP if you can't keep food or drink down, as severe sickness needs treatment.
Keep reading
- Pregnancy week by week: the complete guide
- Due date calculator: when is my baby due?
- Your pregnancy to-do list, trimester by trimester
This guide is general information based on NHS week-by-week guidance, not medical advice. Every pregnancy is different, and baby sizes are averages. If you're worried about anything, contact your midwife, GP or maternity unit. See the NHS week-by-week guide.
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