Discovery! There’s a bun (or buns) in the oven. You also discover that even though you’ve just missed your period by a few days, you’re actually what your OB-GYN will consider at your pregnancy confirmation appointment…
5-6 Weeks Pregnant
Your senses are heightened; smells and tastes in particular are intensified.
8 Weeks
Breathe a sign of relief; you’ve made it to the end of that anxiety-filled -- and for many, nausea-filled – first trimester.
12 Weeks Pregnant
You may be able to hear your baby’s heartbeat with a Doppler.
12 Weeks Pregnant
Belly is beginning to blossom; it may be time to start wearing a bigger size – or maternity clothes.
12-15 Weeks Pregnant
Baby makes his/her/their presence known! Feeling those first definite flutters and kicks…
16-22 Weeks Pregnant
What’s Baby been hiding? Gender is likely decipherable via ultrasound.
16-20 Weeks Pregnant
Dresser drawers as bassinet are passé. Why not start planning that nursery?
18 Weeks Pregnant
You’ve made it to the middle! If you haven’t already, start thinking about birth plans.
20 Weeks Pregnant
Preparedness pays: If you haven’t already, register for baby goodies.
20-21 Weeks Pregnant
So what are you going to call that little one? If you haven’t already, start the naming game.
22 Weeks Pregnant
Why not start reading to your baby, or playing some music? Baby can now respond to sound.
23 Weeks Pregnant
The tests keep on coming. Get ready for your gestational diabetes test.
24 Weeks Pregnant
You’re 2/3 of the way through; your second trimester is wrapping up.
27 Weeks Pregnant
Get ready to take Baby home; put in that carseat(s).
28-30 Weeks Pregnant
Doctor, Doctor! Start seeking a pediatrician.
29-32 Weeks Pregnant
An ideal time to have your baby shower…
30-32* Weeks Pregnant
(*3-4 weeks earlier for multiples pregnancy)
Pack your bags! Your hospital bag, that is…
32 Weeks Pregnant
Your OB-GYN may give you an internal exam to determine the status of your cervix.
36 Weeks Pregnant
Stoke that freezer with some frozen meals. Book some help for your first days at home.
34-37 Weeks Pregnant
Most triplet pregnancies are delivered when you are...
32-33 Weeks Pregnant
If you plan to travel by air, go early! Some airlines will not permit you to do so if you are...
36+ Weeks Pregnant*
(*or if you have pregnancy complications or are expecting multiples)
Most twin pregnancies are delivered when you are...
35-36 Weeks Pregnant
Baby is considered full-term when you are...
37-40 Weeks Pregnant
Most babies are delivered between...
40-42 Weeks
For a more detailed account of the changes Mom, Dad and Baby can expect, check out Your Pregnancy, Week by Week.
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