All organ systems are already laid down, and some even function successfully. Theoretically, only now the term "fetus" is applicable to the embryo. The little man is already distinguishable from the embryo of an animal - the face is more and more clearly drawn, the phalanges of the fingers are developing.

The eighth week of pregnancy is characterized by the formation of sweat and salivary glands, the digestive and excretory systems begin to function.

The length of the baby is 14-20 mm, weight is about 1.5 g. The mother's feelings may intensify by this time. Due to the growing uterus, pain in the bladder area may appear. Often, pregnant women are annoyed by burning pain in the pelvis and thighs, which occurs due to irritation of the sciatic nerve. This does not pose a danger to the child, but the feeling is very unpleasant.

The beginning of a pore of taste perversions is characteristic, the condition of the skin may worsen. The belly has not yet grown, but the trousers are difficult to converge at the waist. The chest becomes heavier and increases in size.

At this time, there is a danger of developing varicose veins, vomiting should not be more than twice a day, we monitor the discharge. If the consistency, color, smell changes, we run to the doctor.

In the photo, the child does not exceed the size of a raspberry in its size. On the monitor you can see how the baby moves and how fast his heart beats.

The development of the embryo proceeds very rapidly: by this moment many organs have not only been formed, but have begun to function, it is already so different from the animal embryo that it can now be called a human fetus.

The heart has already become more complicated and has become four-chambered, the walls of the atria have become stronger, which means that it can perform the functions assigned to it. It actively pumps blood through large vessels, the connection with which has become better. Large vessels are also almost formed, they already have valves and are functioning.

Let's see and remember

The face is becoming more and more like the face of an adult. The nose protrudes forward, olfactory receptors are formed in its cavity. The auricles have almost completely formed, the inner ear continues its development. The upper lip already stands out and is clearly visible. The eyes are still far apart, but eyelids with cilia can already be distinguished. Taste buds develop on the tongue.

The digestive system has almost completed its formation. The stomach and intestines are fully formed and have taken their places in the baby's body. And the stomach is already secreting gastric juice. The salivary glands began to form.

The nervous system also continues to develop. At this time, the genital organs continue to develop - the ovaries in girls and the testicles in boys. The kidneys are also already formed and begin to perform their functions. Important changes are also taking place in the respiratory system - the bronchial tree is already quite large, the diaphragm has begun to form - a muscle that takes an active part in the breathing process.

There is further development of the arms and legs. Joints and muscles develop, the arms can bend at the elbow joint, and the legs at the knee. The phalanges of the fingers are drawn. Thumb already opposed to the other four. Sweat glands appear on the palms and feet. The process of ossification of the arms, legs and skull begins.

At 7-8 weeks, the mucous plug was completely formed, which began its formation at the beginning of pregnancy, now the uterus, and therefore the fetus, is safe, because no infection from the vagina will penetrate here.

Feel

Usually, by the 8th week, the baby makes itself felt: all the signs of pregnancy appear most strongly. Toxicosis may increase, it is important to remember that vomiting more than 2 times a day is a reason to visit a doctor. Increased irritability and drowsiness. Appetite may increase and pervert. Another unpleasant complication that a woman may face is varicose veins veins. Therefore, a woman should give up high heels, rest more, while it is desirable to raise her legs so that the blood actively drains from them, if possible, refuse to stay on her legs for a long time, as a prevention option, you can wear compression tights or stockings. Another unpleasant moment that a woman can expect is compression of the sciatic nerve by the growing uterus, it does not pose any danger to the fetus, but it brings great discomfort to the woman, usually in such situations it is recommended to lie on the opposite side and thereby relieve the pressure of the uterus on the nerve. Also, the growing uterus presses on bladder, in connection with which urination increases not only in the daytime, but also at night.

Also at this time, a woman can notice skin changes, both in better and worse skin. Some women do not get enough of smooth, clean, elastic skin, while others cannot cope with acne and oily sheen that suddenly appeared, and of course, the hormones that force the body to rebuild are to blame for everything, which the latter is not always ready for. But the expectant mother should not buy all skin care products in pharmacies, many of them are not recommended for pregnant women, it is best to consult a doctor about this.

dangers

Still, there is concern about early toxicosis, which is manifested by a strong weight loss, fainting and frequent vomiting, as already mentioned, more than 2 times a day. No need to wait until everything goes away by itself, you need to consult a doctor for help.

It is also worth paying attention to discharge, because the risk of miscarriage is still high. It is necessary to monitor the nature of the discharge - cheesy, dirty discharge with a smell can indicate an infection, and brownish smearing - about the fading of pregnancy.

You should also be wary of bacterial and viral diseases that occur with an increase in temperature. How less term pregnancy, the greater the consequences. Banal ARVI can affect the course of pregnancy and lead to the pathology of the organ that is formed during the illness. Therefore, a woman should take her health very responsibly and, at the first sign of a developing cold, begin treatment and in no case should she endure the disease “on her feet”. Pregnant women, as a rule, are given sick leave at the first symptoms of the disease. Especially pregnant women should be wary of rubella. It has been established that of all acute infectious diseases, only rubella is of decisive importance for a pregnant woman. Because the rubella virus causes multiple fetal malformations: from organ pathology to external deformities. Therefore, on early dates pregnancy is recommended to be terminated.

Stomach ache

Pain on this period are possible for several reasons and it is necessary to clearly distinguish between them, pain is possible due to uterine distension and disorders in the digestive system, and perhaps these are harbingers of a miscarriage. As mentioned earlier, pain on the sides of the abdomen can occur due to tension in the ligaments of the uterus associated with its growth. Pain in the abdomen, accompanied by constipation or diarrhea, heartburn, bloating, is most likely associated with a decrease in intestinal motility. This does not mean that you need to exhale and endure further, it is also best to consult a doctor about this. Pain, accompanied by bloody discharge, cramping, acute nature - a reason for an urgent visit to the doctor in order to have time to maintain the pregnancy. In no case should you self-medicate and wait for everything to pass, you risk losing your child.

Fetus and belly size.

The fetus grows and develops, and at week 8, the length of the fetus is already 14-20 mm, and the weight is about 1.5 g. On ultrasound, you can already see how the baby moves his tiny arms and legs. The expectant mother, however, does not yet feel these movements, because the fetus is still too small and does not reach the uterus. The tummy has not yet increased, but the waist has flattened out a little, at least in old jeans it will not feel as comfortable as before.

Food

Nutrition should be regular, complete, varied. At this time, it is very important to get all the necessary vitamins and elements, because during pregnancy the mother's body is the only source of nutrients for the fetus. For pregnant women, the recommended intake of vitamins is about 25% higher than for non-pregnant women.

Meat and meat products are indispensable sources of B vitamins, iron and proteins, so vegetarianism is unacceptable during pregnancy and lactation. It is best to choose lean meats and eat them boiled. Everyone knows that milk and dairy products are an excellent source of calcium, and they are also a storehouse of vitamin B2, vegetable oils rich in vitamin E. Fresh vegetables and fruits are the most important source of vitamins C, K, carotenes and folic acid, as well as fiber. Eating fresh vegetables and fruits will help improve intestinal motility and get rid of constipation. In foods, vitamins are usually found in various combinations. However, the correction of hypovitaminosis by introducing into it frequently used products containing the necessary vitamins, as a rule, leads to an increase in the intake of nutrients and energy, which is undesirable, as it entails an excessive increase in the body weight of the pregnant woman and the fetus. And this, in turn, can cause complications during pregnancy and childbirth, not to mention the dangers of overeating for the figure. Therefore, pregnant women need an additional intake of vitamins and minerals. Nowadays, pharmacy windows are literally littered with various multivitamin complexes for pregnant women. Many of them also contain macronutrients. The intake of such a complex preparation, selected taking into account the daily need of the body for these substances and their digestibility, is more convenient and effective than taking vitamins separately. The idea that commercially available vitamins are less absorbable than natural vitamins is misleading.

What to do

If you have not yet registered with the antenatal clinic, then you urgently need to go there, even if nothing bothers you. In the antenatal clinic, in addition to typical tests such as a general and biochemical blood test, a blood test to determine the Rh factor, antibody titer, examination for toxoplasmosis, rubella, herpes and cytomegalovirus infection, it is necessary to pass urine for protein, fecal analysis. Also, a gynecologist should take a scraping from the uterus - this is an integral part of the oncological examination of all women.

Also, week 8 is the optimal time to conduct a study of the level of thyroid-stimulating hormone, which evaluates the function of the thyroid gland, which is very important for maintaining pregnancy and affects the development of the fetal nervous system.

At week 8, it is worth starting to visit other specialists, such as a therapist, optometrist, dentist, endocrinologist, they will help to detect health problems and minimize their impact on pregnancy.

At week 8, women are not recommended to wear high heels in order to avoid varicose veins, they need to rest more, walk, exercise moderately, eat right, and avoid stress. And to surround their family with care for the future mother, endure all her whims and antics, give only positive emotions.

belly photo

Pregnancy is similar in size to a bean - the length is from one and a half to two centimeters, it weighs about three grams. The child becomes more and more like a man, the “tail” disappears, the head is still disproportionate to the body.

The baby is actively growing and developing. First of all, the musculoskeletal system strengthens, bone tissue becomes stronger. At this time, the baby's knee and elbow joints are barely distinguishable, you can see the shoulders, ankles. Facial features are becoming clearer, fingers and toes appear. They are still connected by a skin membrane.

An important achievement of the crumbs is the development of the reproductive system, and although the boys have already had testicles, and the girls have ovaries, the sex of the child has not yet been determined due to the large error. Ultrasound is clearly limited to:

• contours of the upper and lower jaw;
• nose and even nostrils.

Visible before the eyes of the eyelids, which will soon open. The eyes begin to produce pigment responsible for light perception.

The baby's heart has divided into four chambers, valves are actively forming. Between the ventricles, the hole is already overgrown, and between the atria it remains. In a minute, the heart creates from 150 to 170 beats. At the eighth week, the baby is still in a bent state (the so-called "fetal position"), but soon the baby straightens up. Respiratory organs, bronchi and lungs are formed. Already at the eighth week, the child is trying to clench his fists, but for the mother, such movements are not yet noticeable.

The development of the brain continues, and neurons form more and more complex connections, along which the first paths of nerve impulses will pass. The intestine is formed, we distinguish the esophagus and stomach. The liver begins to produce blood cells. the spinal column continues to improve. A very important organ is formed - the thymus gland, which is involved in the immune defense of the body, it is she who produces the first protective cells - lymphocytes.

twin development

Kopa Birth

Babies during twin pregnancy at this time do not lag behind in development compared to singleton pregnancies. The only significant difference is the weight of the twins. Babies weigh about 1 g each and do not exceed one and a half centimeters in length. The crumbs have heads equal to the length of the body, the position of the twins is twisted. The outlines of the face become clearer, the eyes are still on the sides of the face, but the nose, ears, mouth and tongue are clearly visible. Babies continue to receive nutrition from the corpus luteum, since the placenta is not yet formed for their life support.

There is a formation of large and small joints, but they are not always clearly limited. And if the hands almost resemble human ones, then the legs are more like fins. When normal developing pregnancy the cardiovascular system twins are normal. Every baby has a four-chambered heart. The digestive organs are differentiated, germ cells are produced, and one fetus can be a boy, the second - a girl.

The amount of amniotic fluid in a twin pregnancy is slightly greater than in a singleton. Therefore, the size of the uterus does not correspond to the terms of pregnancy, the maternal organ is somewhat larger, which is the first sign of carrying a multiple pregnancy - it will finally dispel the doubt ultrasound procedure. At this time, during pregnancy with twins, the mother's belly is not noticeable.

The umbilical cord in babies is already formed, the endometrium is gradually destroyed by the villous chorion. At the eighth week, it is very important that the placenta and umbilical cord develop correctly, since the risk of abnormalities doubles during pregnancy.

What happens to mom: feelings

The eighth week of pregnancy brings tangible changes in a woman's life. If in the first weeks the body is only rebuilt, then at this time the hormonal background still remains unstable, significantly different from the pre-pregnancy state of a woman. This provokes ailments and new sensations of the mother's body, to which now you need to adapt.

Uterine changes. By the 8th week of pregnancy, the uterus continues to grow, but does not increase in size much, being in the area no higher than the pubic zone. If sexual contact occurs at this time, then the uterus is unnecessarily irritated and minor bleeding may occur from small blood vessels. This is due to the impact hormonal background on the uterus, but does not negatively affect the child.

Frequent urination. This is not noticed by all women, but indeed, when the bladder is full, urges arise, because the growing uterus squeezes the bladder, which causes it to give signals to empty.

Pain in the lower abdomen. It is quite normal if a woman during pregnancy feels light sips in the lower abdomen. First of all, the pain is associated with stretching of the uterus, which is preparing to carry the baby. Also, the cause of pulling sensations is multiple pregnancy. If the pain is periodic, disappears on its own and is not accompanied by other signs, then you should not worry.

Headache. During pregnancy at the 8th week, it occurs due to overwork, which is provoked by hormonal instability and weakening of the mother's body. To avoid a headache, do not be nervous, expose yourself to stress. With frequent headaches, you should consult a doctor - this may be a sign of an infectious disease, vascular disorders.

Discomfort in the lower back. The lumbar area becomes especially sensitive during the period of increase in the uterus in size. Compression of the nerve endings spreads dull aching pain in the lumbar region, from which many women suffer greatly in the 8th week, and staying in one position completely enhances these sensations. A light massage, a change in body position will help to cope with such pain. If the pain is sharp, radiates to the kidneys, and urination is difficult, then there is a suspicion of a pathology of the urinary system. If the pain in the lower back is associated with bloody discharge, it may be a miscarriage. In these conditions, you should immediately contact the clinic.

Soreness in the chest. There is nothing unusual in the fact that under the influence of hormones there are pulling sensations in the chest - this is how the mammary glands are preparing to feed the baby. In especially sensitive women, these signs appear as early as the 8th week. There is a feeling of heaviness in the chest, enlargement of the mammary glands, a feeling of tingling. Usually, the discomfort is quite tolerable, and after the normalization of the hormonal background, the chest pain subsides a little.

The 8th week of pregnancy completes the second obstetric month. This period is decisive in the successful bearing of the fetus. Therefore, a woman needs to be as careful and attentive as possible in order to notice signs of trouble in a timely manner, if they appear. Let's figure out what happens during this period of pregnancy.

The 8th week of pregnancy is the period when almost all expectant mothers are already well aware of their situation. Future child already clearly “gives signals about its existence”, that is, all the signs inherent in the early stages of pregnancy appear quite clearly.

Eight obstetric weeks is a period corresponding to 35-48 days from the moment of conception. Just in obstetric practice, the countdown is from the first day of the last menstrual cycle before pregnancy.

Main features

At this time, all the well-known signs of the onset of pregnancy, as a rule, are extremely pronounced. In most expectant mothers, toxicosis is expressed to one degree or another, the breast continues to fill up and increase.

However, in some women, such feelings are very weakly expressed, and this makes expectant mothers worry about the condition of the child. In fact, the sensations in the first trimester are individual, so if you are seen by a doctor and follow his instructions, then you can not wind yourself up over trifles.

Milk glands

The eighth has come obstetric week pregnancy and the breast of the pregnant woman continues to actively prepare for the period of feeding the child. The chest continues to grow in size, may be tight and a little sore. Breasts change not only in size. So, many women notice that their areolas of the nipples have darkened. In addition, you may notice the following signs:

• Isolation of colostrum. The breast is preparing for feeding the baby, so such discharge is natural, although not too typical for such an early period.
• Peeling of the nipples. If the pregnancy is still short, then excessive dryness of the nipples may indicate a lack of vitamins E and A. It is recommended to apply Bepanten ointment or vitamin moisturizers to the breast.
• The appearance of a vascular pattern. The chest in pregnant women can be covered with a vascular network, even if the period is still short, this is due to increased blood supply.
• Appearance of Montgomery's glands. These are small tubercles that secrete a special lubricant that protects the breasts and especially the nipples from bacteria. The glands are located along the perimeter of the areola of the nipple.

Advice! If the period has reached eight obstetric weeks, then the chest may still continue to hurt. Wearing a bra designed specifically for pregnant women will help ease discomfort. Such underwear does not compress the chest, but supports it, you just need to choose the right size.

Toxicosis

At this time, toxicosis manifests itself most clearly. Toxicosis is manifested by nausea and vomiting, as well as dizziness, weakness and a general deterioration in well-being. Some women, until the term exceeds the first trimester, have a fever.

In the early stages, mild toxicosis is not a pathology. If the expectant mother is sick, mainly in the morning, and vomiting happens no more than three times a day, then you should not worry. Such mild toxicosis does not adversely affect the fetus, although it causes a lot of trouble for the expectant mother.

Advice! To make toxicosis less annoying in the morning, it is recommended that you eat dry biscuits or crackers without getting out of bed.

Early toxicosis can be manifested not only by nausea and rare vomiting, but also by symptoms such as:

• vomiting not associated with meals, repeated more than three times a day;
• much expressed feeling weaknesses;
• dizziness, fainting;
• significant weight loss.

In this case, you should definitely consult a doctor, today there are many methods that allow, if not completely removing toxicosis, then at least significantly alleviate its symptoms.

Some women are surprised to notice that the toxicosis that has tormented them since 5-6 weeks has disappeared. On the one hand, this seems to be good, because the annoying factor that prevents you from living and enjoying pregnancy has disappeared. But on the other hand, if the toxicosis disappeared abruptly, then this may be a sign of a missed pregnancy.

Of course, you don’t need to wind yourself up in vain and worry that the toxicosis has disappeared and you are no longer sick. If you regularly visit a doctor, then the doctor will not miss the alarming signs that the pregnancy has stopped developing.

The gynecologist will assess the size of your uterus during the examination. And if the uterus is smaller than it should be at this time, then the specialist will send the pregnant woman for an additional ultrasound. And during an ultrasound scan, it will be possible to see what state the embryo is in, whether the pregnancy has stopped developing.

Advice! If toxicosis suddenly disappeared, and you can’t get to the doctor in the near future, then you can do a control ultrasound without a referral. This is necessary so that the pregnant woman stops worrying, since the stress and worries of the mother negatively affect the development of the fetus.

Analyzes and ultrasound

If, when registering, a woman was given a period of 8 weeks, then she will need to be tested. How many will need to be submitted? The doctor will decide this, the standard scheme provides for the following list of laboratory tests:

• urine test to make sure that the kidneys are functioning normally;
• a detailed blood test, including the level of chorionic gonadotropin;
• smear for purity.

It is the analysis for hCG at the 8th week of pregnancy that most clearly allows you to track how the fetus develops. This period is characterized by a stable increase in the level of hCG. The norm of the hormone content is 23,000 - 200,000.

If the pregnant woman did not have an ultrasound at an earlier date, then a study can be carried out now, and the first planned ultrasound is performed when the gestational age is 11-12 weeks. In addition, additional ultrasound may be prescribed according to indications.

The main purpose of ultrasound, if the gestational age is only 8 weeks, is to confirm that the fetus is in the uterine cavity. An ultrasound scan performed during this period allows you to see how many fetal sacs are in the uterus. In addition, ultrasound

• determines the localization of the fetus (ideally, the fetus is attached to the back wall);
• determine the size of the embryo, assess how it develops;
• to study the state of the corpus luteum.

In addition, during an ultrasound scan, the uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes are examined.

Fetal development

Normally, by this time, the uterus has a size comparable to the size of a goose egg. Sizing is carried out during a gynecological examination, since the uterus is still too small to be felt from the abdomen.

The fetus at the eighth week is still quite tiny, the length of the embryo does not exceed 20 mm. The embryo no longer looks like a tadpole and begins to look more and more like a child. The fetus at this time begins to take on its face, it has a nose, the rudiments of the auricles appear. Appear in the fetus and the phalanx of the fingers, the neck begins to take shape.

By the end of the eighth week, the laying of the main organs and systems has almost been completed in the fetus. But development is still very fast, the fetus literally grows "by leaps and bounds." Some organs of the fetus are already actively functioning, so the heart ensures the work of the circulatory system, which is actively formed during this period.

The fetus already has a nervous and respiratory system that continues to develop. But digestive system the fetus is almost “ready”, the tiny stomach is already starting to produce digestive enzymes.

At this time, the fetus acquires organs such as salivary or sweat glands. The fetus is actively growing, as it develops the bone and muscular system. At week 8, the fetus “gains” sex, the testicles begin to form in the male child, and the ovaries in the girls.

Possible problems

Pregnancy rarely proceeds without problems, a woman may be disturbed by pain in the abdomen, her lower back may hurt, or a subfebrile temperature may constantly be kept. And even a common cold can become a big problem, since most drugs cannot be taken from the moment of conception until the end of the first trimester.

Allocations

What discharge at the 8th week of pregnancy is cleared off by the norm? Moderate, colorless or slightly whitish, does not cause itching and burning. But beige, brown, and even more spotting should alert.

Moderate beige or brown discharge (so-called spotting) may be a sign of an incipient miscarriage. If brown or bloody discharge is accompanied by cramping pain covering the lower abdomen, then you should immediately contact an ambulance.

Bleeding, including brown clots, accompanied by cramping pains in the abdomen, is already a serious symptom, indicating that detachment of the fetal egg has begun.

At this stage, a miscarriage can rarely be stopped. Therefore, you should not wait until bleeding develops, a daub that appears (beige, brown or bloody marks on linen) is a reason for an urgent visit to a doctor.

Do not think that brown or bloody discharge that is not accompanied by abdominal pain is safe. Often it is such a daub (even if nothing hurts) that is the first symptom of a miscarriage.

Therefore, when you see brown marks on your underwear, do not hesitate to consult a doctor. Even if the alarm is false and the daub is not associated with the threat of a miscarriage, brown discharge is not the norm and you need to find out what caused it.

Temperature

Many pregnant women report that they have a constantly elevated temperature. If the temperature is kept within 37 -37.5 degrees, but nothing hurts, then there is nothing to worry about. Subfebrile temperature in pregnant women in the first trimester is a variant of the norm.

However, fever is not always associated with pregnancy. For example, the temperature can rise if a woman has a cold or SARS. The temperature can also rise with exacerbation of chronic diseases. Therefore, such a symptom as temperature should not be ignored. After all, even a common cold in pregnant women is a danger to the child.

Advice! If you have a fever at the 8th week of pregnancy, be sure to consult a doctor. The specialist will understand what is happening to you and prescribe treatment, if necessary.

pain

Unfortunately, pregnant women can get sick from time to time. Most often, the lower back hurts or pulls the lower abdomen. Often, discomfort is not associated with pathology. For example, the abdomen or lower back may hurt due to the fact that the growing uterus is stretching the ligaments.

However, the abdomen and lower back can also hurt for reasons that are only indirectly related to pregnancy. So in pregnant women, cystitis often worsens, with this disease the lower abdomen hurts a lot, and urination becomes painful.

If the lower back pulls and hurts, then this may be caused by problems with the kidneys. In addition, the lower back can hurt with osteochondrosis. Pain in the upper abdomen, accompanied by the appearance of heartburn, indicates problems with the stomach.

Especially dangerous is the appearance of cramping pains in the abdomen, these sensations may indicate that the development of a miscarriage has begun. Therefore, from the moment of conception, women should carefully listen to their body. And even when the pain has ceased to bother, it will not be superfluous to tell the doctor about it. Timely contact with a doctor can prevent the development of complications.

So, 8 weeks pregnant is enough difficult period in a woman's life. At this time, many expectant mothers experience discomfort, they are tormented by toxicosis, and pain may periodically appear. How long will this difficult period last? The answer depends on the characteristics of the course of pregnancy, in most cases, by the second trimester, all discomfort disappears and the woman gets the opportunity to enjoy the expectation of meeting her baby.

8 weeks pregnant - what happens to the baby and mom?

At the 8th week of pregnancy, all the organs of your baby continue to develop. This is a very difficult and responsible period. Now the caution of the expectant mother is extremely important, since the influence of negative factors can harm the health of the baby. And, although the size of your baby is only two centimeters and he has a weight of three grams, he already has all the outlines of a person.

8 weeks pregnant: what happens to the baby?

And the expected changes occur with the baby - fingers appear, joints are formed. The baby's stomach descends from the chest to abdominal cavity. At the 8th week of pregnancy, the embryo is still quite small, but every day various kinds of metamorphoses occur in its body. The baby is growing and developing rapidly. Everything starts to work internal organs receiving food through the umbilical cord. At this time, the baby already has eyes and ears continue to form. The fetus at 8 weeks of pregnancy is already a little man, albeit very small, the size of a grape.

The child continues its rapid growth, this is evident because the mother's belly begins to grow. The nervous system of the baby is differentiated, therefore, during this period, negative influences are detrimental. It must be remembered that stress, alcohol and tobacco, e-Sigs have a detrimental effect on the child and should be avoided.

What should mom do?

If the genetic history of the parents is aggravated, then it is worth visiting a geneticist and undergoing medical genetic counseling.

At this time, it's time to register with the chosen obstetrician-gynecologist. The expectant mother passes all the necessary examinations, takes tests. It is necessary to examine a woman with all care, since the cloudless course of pregnancy and the health of the “new” person depend on her condition. According to the first tests, the gynecologist can already understand how the pregnancy proceeds and what pathological changes in the woman's body occur (if any). This can be seen in the level of progesterone in the blood. is a relative concept. It is not the indicator itself that is important, but its dynamics over time. If you have not taken progesterone before, then you can focus on the numbers - 32.98+/-3.56 nmol / l.

If progesterone is normal, then the pregnancy is proceeding satisfactorily. This hormone not only prepares the uterus for pregnancy, but also stimulates its growth and reduces tone. If the concentration of this hormone is lowered, then there is a threat of miscarriage, then drugs for replacement therapy are prescribed, which help the body cope with this trouble.

In addition, all family members living with the expectant mother undergo lung x-rays, this is necessary in order to eliminate the risk of contact with people with tuberculosis.

Obstetric research has great importance, it indicates how the progress of the formation of the fetus occurs. If problems are identified at the 8th week of pregnancy, a qualitative examination is required, which includes a large number analyzes and indispensable testing.

At week 8, a missed pregnancy can be diagnosed, this is due to a urogenital infection that may be present in a woman's body and.

• do not carry weights and reduce physical overload;
• constant walks, rest.
• stop taking medications without a doctor's prescription;
• do not undergo x-ray examination.

These tips should not be ignored, since it is their observance that will help you bear the baby without problems and improve your well-being.

Discharge at 8 weeks pregnant

There may be copious discharge from the genitals. They are usually clear, colorless and odorless. Over time, they will continue, but become denser. These changes occur because a plug begins to form in the cervix, which prevents various infections from entering the uterus.

Yellow discharge at the 8th week of pregnancy is considered a normal variant if they do not have an unusual smell. But you need to be careful and be sure to undergo an obstetric examination, as yellow discharge can be the cause of the inflammatory process.

At the 8th week of pregnancy, a woman is usually already aware of the presence of a new growing life in her. At this stage, the baby usually makes itself felt clearly - often at 8 weeks of pregnancy, all the signs and symptoms of a woman's "interesting position" appear quite clearly. Knowing that she is pregnant future mom without fail, must intensively monitor oneself, get rid of all bad habits and keep your baby as safe as possible. After all, the 8th week of pregnancy is included in the so-called critical period of pregnancy, when any negative factors can affect the development of the baby and the well-being of the woman.

8 weeks of pregnancy without fail implies a ban on alcohol, nicotine, abstinence from carrying heavy loads, a transition to a healthy and proper diet. It is also necessary to exclude x-rays, dental treatment using anesthesia.

8 weeks of pregnancy - it's time to choose the right underwear, first of all, a bra. After all, the chest at this stage increases significantly, and blood vessels can even be seen on it. This is the action of hormones that prepare the mammary glands for the upcoming lactation. Also, under the influence of hormones, the condition of the skin of a pregnant woman can change: in some cases, it is cleansed, becomes elastic and healthy, in other cases, it becomes dry and flaky.

Starting from the 8th week of pregnancy, the risk of experiencing such a pregnancy complication as varicose veins increases significantly. This means that it is advisable to give up high heels, try not to be on your feet for a long time, and often rest with your legs elevated. You can also start to select the appropriate compression underwear if necessary.

Signs and symptoms

At the 8th week of pregnancy, all signs and symptoms are mostly already very pronounced. Although it happens that the signs and symptoms of pregnancy at week 8 do not manifest themselves clearly, which makes a woman pretty worried, wondering if everything is going on as usual. And yet, in most cases, just during this period, the expectant mother “to the maximum” feels all the signs and symptoms of pregnancy, the most typical of which is toxicosis. This condition is accompanied by dizziness, nausea and vomiting. Vomiting that occurs 1-2 times a day is considered the norm. But even these manifestations can and should be fought by observing a certain diet. But with severe toxicosis, it is advisable to seek help from a doctor, because frequent vomiting can adversely affect the development of the child.

Feeling 8 weeks pregnant

But not only nausea and vomiting can overshadow a woman's happiness from pregnancy. Weakness, drowsiness, excessive irritability and emotional instability - all these sensations at week 8 often make a woman suffer. The engorged, growing breasts also cause certain inconveniences, but you will have to get used to this condition, because the mammary glands will increase throughout pregnancy.

But the weight of a pregnant woman at this time practically does not change - the fetus is still very small. Moreover, many of the mothers, on the contrary, note some emerging harmony. The mass also decreases in those women who are faced with manifestations of toxicosis.

pain

In addition to early toxicosis, which often “annoys” a woman (usually it goes away by the 12th week of pregnancy), the expectant mother may experience other unpleasant sensations. So, the growing uterus causes certain pains at the 8th week of pregnancy, say, in the pelvis and hips, which is explained by irritation of the sciatic nerve. The way out of this situation is to prevent the pressure of the uterus on the nerve, for which you need to lie on the opposite side.

The growing uterus also presses on the bladder, in connection with which there is an increase in urination. But urination should not be accompanied by any painful sensations, and urine should normally be clean and clear. Pain at the 8th week of pregnancy when urinating, as well as heaviness in the lower abdomen may indicate the presence of cystitis or pyelonephritis and become a reason for consulting a specialist.

Even not so much pain as a certain discomfort in the form of heartburn may appear at such a time due to digestive disorders.

It is also possible to classify as pain at the 8th week of pregnancy training contractions, which may appear already now, albeit insignificant. But if training contractions are accompanied by strong and pulling pains in the lower abdomen, and even bloody discharge, even in minimal amounts, it is urgent to call an ambulance.

Bleeding at 8 weeks pregnant

After all, spotting, and, moreover, bleeding at the 8th week of pregnancy, directly indicate, if not a miscarriage that has already begun, then its greater threat. And, the more abundant and longer the bleeding, the more the threat of spontaneous abortion increases.

Light bleeding at 8 weeks of gestation indicates a threatened abortion. It can last days or even weeks, and may be accompanied by cramping abdominal pain, menstrual-like cramps, or back pain. The main thing with a threatening abortion is a mandatory consultation with a doctor, rest and bed rest, and the exclusion of any negative factors.

If the miscarriage has already begun, bleeding at the 8th week of pregnancy is increased, with blood clots and even tissue - this is how the detachment of the fetal egg from the uterine wall begins. Against the background of bleeding, progressive contractions are observed, caused by the opening and contraction of the cervix. Almost always in such cases, a miscarriage cannot be stopped - the uterus is actively contracting and pushing the fetus out.

Allocations

In contrast to bleeding, which is a pathology at this time, normal discharge at the 8th week of pregnancy is moderate, light or whitish in color, with a slight sour smell. Any changes in the color of the discharge, the appearance of pus, mucus, an increase in discharge indicates the appearance of an infection in the genitals of the pregnant woman. Other signs of trouble are itching, burning, pain in the genital area, which are accompanied by discharge. Consultation with a doctor and treatment in this case are necessary and inevitable.

The discharge at the 8th week of pregnancy, which is brown in color, and sometimes accompanied by pulling pains in the abdomen, weakness, dizziness, is also extremely dangerous. Brown discharge at the 8th week of pregnancy usually accompanies the separation of the fetal egg from the walls of the uterus, resulting in blood leakage. This alarm symptom indicates a high risk of miscarriage, which is why the appearance of brown discharge, even painless and in small quantities, requires a mandatory consultation with a doctor.

Uterus

With a pregnancy proceeding according to the norm, the uterus at 8 weeks of pregnancy has the size of a goose egg - approximately 7-8 cm. The specialist determines its growing dimensions during a gynecological examination, because the uterus is not yet palpable from the abdominal wall. Again, a gynecological examination will show that the uterus at 8 weeks of pregnancy is soft, softened and isthmus, the cervix is ​​​​long, and the external os is closed. Such indicators give the specialist a reason to make a conclusion about the presence of pregnancy.

Analyzes

After that, send the expectant mother for the necessary tests at the 8th week of pregnancy. The mandatory list of tests includes a urine test for protein; stool analysis; general analysis blood for the study of the level of erythrocytes and leukocytes, the absence of HIV, the determination of the Rh factor; general smear; hCG analysis.

A protein test will help rule out kidney disease in a pregnant woman, which will be indicated by an increased level of protein in the urine.

A blood test, in turn, will also become a very informative form of determining whether a pregnancy is proceeding normally. For example, a low number of red blood cells will tell you about anemia, the possibility of leukemia or malignant tumors, while an increased level of them will tell you about chronic lung diseases or heart disease. It examines the blood test and the level of leukocytes: a reduced number will indicate the presence of influenza, viral hepatitis, rubella or bone marrow diseases, an increased number - a viral or bacterial infection such as tonsillitis, sepsis, pyelonephritis and others.

An hCG (chorionic gonadotropin) test will confirm the presence of pregnancy and help determine if the pregnancy is proceeding according to the norm. After all, the level of chorionic gonadotropin - a hormone produced by the membranes of the fetus - at normal development pregnancy is on the rise.

ultrasound

An ultrasound at the 8th week of pregnancy will show a fetus that will be similar in size to a raspberry. And at this time, he is becoming more and more similar to a little man who is already moving and moving his legs, which can also be displayed by ultrasound at the 8th week of pregnancy. The baby's heart beats very quickly at this time: up to 150 beats per minute, 2 times more often than that of the mother. This rapid fetal heartbeat can be heard by recording the heart rate.

fetus at 8 weeks pregnant

Although the future baby is already moving from time to time, its very small size - 14-20 mm long - does not yet allow the mother to feel these movements. The baby is now very different from the embryo of animals, more and more acquiring human features. Even the “face” of the fetus is becoming more and more like a little man: cilia appear on the eyes, the nose protrudes forward, like the upper lip and the outer ear. The internal is only being formed, but the neck is being outlined, the phalanges of the fingers are developing.

The laying of the main organs and systems has almost been completed, now they will actively and rapidly develop, and some of them are even functioning. So, the heart is already pumping blood through a small organism with might and main, the valves of the aorta and pulmonary artery are working, the partitions between the atria and connections with large blood vessels are being strengthened.

The nervous system continues to develop, and with it the respiratory system: the bronchial tree grows, the diaphragm is drawn. The stomach and intestines are fully formed and taken their place at this stage, gastric juice begins to be produced. Also, urine is already excreted by the kidneys, while the sweat and salivary glands are still being formed. Bone and muscle tissue develops rapidly, taste buds appear on the tongue, receptors appear in the nose (despite the fact that the nasal passages are still closed with mucus).

8 weeks of pregnancy - the time of the birth of the optic nerve. And also - the beginning of the formation of the testicles in the male fetus and the ovaries and eggs - in girls.

Alcohol

Since the formation of the fetus at this time continues to go “at full speed”, alcohol at the 8th week of pregnancy is under a complete and strict ban. First of all, in connection with the active formation and development of the brain and nervous system of the fetus. Once in the mother's body, alcohol penetrates the baby, affecting the cells in a damaging way: some of them are destroyed completely, some are made inferior. Disputes over the permissible amount of alcohol during childbearing are conducted in scientific world still. And, at the same time, there is evidence that alcohol at the 8th week of pregnancy, even in the smallest doses, can provoke the development of the so-called fetal alcohol syndrome. Its consequences are not only a delay in the intrauterine development of the baby in all respects. But the birth of a baby with all sorts of deviations and anomalies: mental retardation, growth and weight retardation, motor impairment, problems with memory, hearing and vision, deformation of the craniofacial bones (small skull, upturned nose, small and unusually shaped eyes, irregular shape jaw, smoothing of the upper lip).

Temperature at 8 weeks pregnant

In the early stages, a slightly elevated body temperature (over 37 degrees) is defined as the norm, doctors reassure. And they explain this state of affairs by the increased rate of metabolic processes in the body of the expectant mother, the action of hormones (progesterone). However, in some cases, fever may also indicate latent inflammatory processes in the body of a pregnant woman, the presence of which can be determined using tests.

But a significant increase in temperature - up to 38 degrees - requires mandatory consultation with a specialist. Prolonged temperature at the 8th week of pregnancy can have an extremely negative impact on the development of the baby, causing defects in the development of the nervous system. So, an elevated temperature in a future mother leads to an increase in the temperature of the fetus and its environment, which can damage the baby's tissues. Another sad consequence of a high temperature is the ability to lead to pregnancy fading. So, in some cases, the temperature at the 8th week of pregnancy, which remains at “high levels” for a long time, first leads to fading, and then to termination of pregnancy. Therefore, shoot down high temperature necessary - after consulting a doctor. It is advisable to first resort to ordinary rubdowns and lotions with cool water. If it does not help, use antipyretics, and only with the consent of the physician. And you should always remember: aspirin is prohibited during pregnancy, because, having the ability to change the functions of blood coagulation, this drug leads to bleeding.

Cold

Factors that can negatively affect the development of the fetus in early pregnancy include a cold at 8 weeks of gestation. So, a cold can not only disrupt the functioning of the placenta and lead to fetal hypoxia, but even end in a miscarriage. Therefore, it is by no means possible to treat colds in the early stages, including the 8th week of pregnancy, in any case - treatment is required urgent and urgent.

Unfortunately, medical treatments are now banned. And a cold is treated at the 8th week of pregnancy mainly folk methods, again, after consultation with a specialist. Moreover, it is desirable to exclude a visit to the clinic, and if possible, call a doctor at home so as not to expose the body to an additional “attack” of pathogens.

A cold at 8 weeks of gestation involves treatment that involves bed rest, plenty of warm drinks, rinsing the nose and throat. From drinks, warm tea with honey, warm milk with butter, herbal decoctions (linden, mint), berry fruit drinks (lingonberries, cranberries, raspberries). The nose is washed with saline, it is permissible to lubricate the wings of the nose with the Asterisk balm. For gargling, decoctions of chamomile, calendula, coltsfoot, a solution of baking soda are useful. From food, dairy products, vegetables and fruits are preferred, it is better to refuse meat for the duration of a cold.

Food

"Taboo" on meat is permissible, by the way, only in case of a cold: in a normal state, meat must be present in the diet of a woman who is expecting a baby. Proper nutrition at the 8th week of pregnancy plays an important role for the normal harmonious development of the fetus, however, as well as throughout pregnancy. And meat is very useful for the development of the baby - as a source of the necessary protein. True, preference should be given to meat of low-fat varieties, in boiled form. But it is better to refuse sliced ​​meat, dried meat, steaks, cutlets. In addition to meat, proper nutrition at the 8th week of pregnancy involves the consumption of fish and seafood. And also - vegetables and fruits that improve intestinal motility and prevent constipation; dairy products - as a source of calcium and all the same protein. Nuts, dried fruits, cereals are also useful.

At the same time, foods that promote gas formation and flatulence, worsen bowel function and lead to constipation, should be excluded from the diet. These include legumes, fresh bread, yeast dough products. Coffee and strong tea, which excite the nervous system, as well as chocolate and sweets, which provoke an increase in glucose levels in the body and the development of diabetes, are not desirable for pregnant women. Under the ban - fried, salty and peppery, spicy, fatty dishes: they overload the stomach and liver, increase the production of bile and cause heartburn. And salty foods, moreover, retain water in the body, which increases the risk of edema.

Sex at 8 weeks pregnant

In the early stages of pregnancy, many women, anticipating the joy of future motherhood, often worry about whether the intimate life of their parents will damage the fetus developing in the womb. Is sex possible at 8 weeks pregnant? Very even, experts reassure, however, in the absence of contraindications to this from the doctor. These include complicated pregnancy, a possible threat of miscarriage, the expectation of twins - in this case, intimate life will have to be postponed. If the expectant mother feels normal and sexual desire persists, the woman is not very worried about toxicosis, sex at the 8th week of pregnancy is quite acceptable and safe.

It is desirable, of course, for an understanding husband to give the "reins of power" in this intimate matter to his beloved wife - a woman is now very sensitive to all the changes that occur in her body. Yes, and zealous with sexual intercourse should not be too active, practicing some unimaginable postures.

Sometimes after sex, a woman may be disturbed by a pulling sensation in her stomach. If there is no risk of spontaneous abortion, there is usually no cause for concern. But still listen to the sensations just in case it is worth it.