Your baby at 7 weeks
The brain is growing faster than the rest of the body.
Eyelids are starting to form, and the limb buds are making the cartilage that will become bones.
Your body at 7 weeks
Your blood volume will rise by up to half over the pregnancy, which can make you thirstier than usual.
Sickness, tiredness and mood swings are all very normal.
Keep a big water bottle with you. Your body is building a lot of extra blood.
Your to-do list at 7 weeks
- Tell your midwife or GP about anything unusual, such as feeling itchy all over.
- Arrange your booking appointment if you haven't yet.
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 7 weeks pregnant?
At 7 weeks, your baby is about 10mm from head to bottom.
How many months is 7 weeks pregnant?
7 weeks pregnant is around 2 months, in the first trimester.
What should I do at 7 weeks pregnant?
Tell your midwife or GP about anything unusual, such as feeling itchy all over.
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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