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The 6th week of pregnancy marks the beginning of the second calendar month of a woman’s new condition. It seems that the birth of a child is still so far away - more than six months! However, many women have no time to think about it. After all, the future baby is actively developing, and his own body constantly requires attention!

We are counting the deadline

From a medical point of view, the sixth week is a little more than a month from the first day of the last menstruation. This calculation of the period is called obstetric. There is an embryonic method of calculation - from the moment of expected ovulation. It usually occurs in the middle of the cycle. Therefore, the embryonic period lags behind the obstetric period by two weeks. The sixth week from conception (from ovulation) is the eighth obstetric week.

What if a woman’s menstruation was not regular? This happens due to the abolition of hormonal contraceptives, certain diseases or individual characteristics of the body. Then the doctor will calculate the period differently. For example, by the size of the fetus (measured by ultrasound). Or by the first movement of the fetus - if a woman is preparing to become a mother for the first time, this will happen at approximately 20 weeks (i.e. movement).

Why do doctors need such precision? They must calculate the EDA - the expected date of birth. The deadline will be calculated based on it later maternity leave and a sick leave was issued.

Mom and baby at 6 weeks: what's going on?

The future baby continues to develop rapidly. Each woman’s feelings at the 6th obstetric week are individual. In some cases, expectant mothers are just learning about their new condition. One feels great, but at the same time worries: where is the toxicosis? Another is already struggling with morning sickness. Depending on your health and appetite, slight weight gain or loss is possible.

Pregnancy confirmation

Four main methods will help you determine the new state. Can be done pharmacy test, take a blood test for hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) or undergo an ultrasound.

The test will certainly show two stripes. HCG is one of the pregnancy hormones, so its increased content in the blood is a clear confirmation. The ultrasound scanner will reveal a tiny embryo. It will look like a light dot or comma against the dark background of the uterine cavity.

A gynecological examination will also say “yes”. In the sixth obstetric week, the doctor will definitely feel a slightly enlarged uterus, in which little life is intensively developing.

However, the stomach expectant mother looks the same as before. A barely noticeable thickening can only be seen in very thin women or those who are Lately gained a little weight.

Fetal development

Your baby is like

What does the future baby look like?

The largest parts of the body are the head and torso. The arms and legs are tiny processes with finger-like tubercles. The size of the fetus (more precisely, the embryo) at the 6th obstetric week reaches 4 mm, weight – up to 2 g. And here is how its development proceeds:

the limbs gradually lengthen, knee and elbow bends are outlined;
fingers grow a little;
cartilaginous structures, that is, future bones, develop;
the formation of the brain begins, the bone marrow is in its infancy;
the external genitalia are barely visible;
the inner ear begins to develop;
the thymus (thymus gland), the most important organ of the immune system, is formed;
the lungs, heart, liver, stomach and pancreas continue to develop;
the neural tube becomes the embryonic nervous system;
muscle tissue is still developing rapidly.

The tiny heart regularly counts about 140 beats per minute. Is this a lot or a little? There is such a law in nature - the smaller the heart of a living creature, the faster it beats. Therefore, such a “pulse” in the embryo is normal. For now, only a specialist can determine the heartbeat during an ultrasound.

By the way, the baby has a tiny tail. This is like a reminder that we are all children of Nature (after all, many living creatures on Earth have tails). A little later, the tail will retract inward and become the tip of the spine.

And here comes a new miracle - the placenta is developing, the umbilical cord is forming. The baby is no longer pressed tightly against the wall of the ovum. He floats freely in amniotic fluid and makes his first movements. But mom will not be able to feel this for a very long time. But she feels much more.

Toxicosis of pregnant women

At the 6th obstetric week, many people become “acquainted” with this condition. The most common symptoms of toxicosis:

Nausea in the morning or during the day. Each expectant mother can have “her own” time.
Vomit. Not every attack of nausea ends with it. Usually the body rejects food in this way. If you drink a large number of liquid, this can also lead to stomach cramps and vomiting.
Change in food preferences. Your favorite food suddenly begins to cause disgust, and some foods, on the contrary, you want to eat and eat endlessly. Such quirks can be multiple: today you crave sauerkraut, and tomorrow you want salted fish. Sometimes the expectant mother becomes unbearably capricious, because food desires are sometimes unbearable.
A woman's sense of smell may become sharper. At the same time, many smells cause a feeling of rejection, and they can even make you sick.

All these signs indicate increased hormonal activity. Toxicosis of pregnant women is not a disease, but a special condition. But if a pregnant woman tolerates it with great difficulty, you need to consult a doctor. What should you pay attention to?

The body rejects any food during the day.
Vomiting occurs not only after eating, but also after drinking.
Vomiting and/or nausea practically does not go away.
Significant weakness develops from lack of nutrition.

Other indicators

Even without toxicosis at the 6th obstetric week, the expectant mother is full of various experiences that are associated with her pregnancy.

Physical sensations (not including morning sickness) and signs/symptoms of pregnancy may include:

drowsiness at any time of the day;
constant feeling of fatigue;
frequent inability to concentrate;
feeling of lack of air;
increased sensitivity of the nipples, their darkening;
drooling and slight runny nose without a cold;
more frequent urge to urinate;
the skin may become looser and more problematic (pimples appear);
swelling and even tingling of the mammary glands.

Some women notice that they begin to perceive cold or heat differently. Changes may vary. For example, even in the mild summer heat, everything around seems like a hot oven. And if it’s frosty outside, the expectant mother doesn’t “warm herself” in any way - she’s not cold anyway. It happens the other way around: at any time of the year you always want to wrap yourself up properly.

Emotional signs:

mood swings from euphoria to depression;
increased sensitivity (not the most touching movie causes a flood of tears);
the feeling that there is a conspiracy of misunderstanding around, a feeling of alienation.

The expectant mother continually asks: “Why is this happening?” There is only one answer: pregnancy hormones are to blame. They literally flooded women's blood and are raging there in full force. Their job is to preserve the future baby, to reconcile it with the mother’s body. This will have to be endured. However, there are also warning signs. If they appear, you may need to see a doctor.

What to look for - abdominal pain and discharge

Pulls in the stomach

Expectant mothers often note that their stomach feels tight. If this sensation is barely noticeable, there is no need to worry. It may be associated with gradual internal tension of the uterine ligaments.

And yet, 6 weeks of pregnancy is an unsafe time. So the expectant mother needs to listen carefully to herself. If your stomach still really hurts and the pain intensifies in the evening, there is cause for alarm. Especially if spotting brown discharge appears from time to time. All this could be signs of a miscarriage or missed pregnancy.

If the stomach hurts not below, but above, on the right or left, the doctor may suspect outside intrauterine pregnancy. In this case, the woman should receive qualified help as soon as possible.

Discharge

There are no obvious reasons for concern if spotting is one-time and completely insignificant. They may appear for some time. But the doctor must know about them.

Real bleeding, similar to menstruation, is the most dangerous and signals the threat of miscarriage.

Light, light vaginal discharge is safe and indicates normal secretion of the mucous membranes. You will need to see a doctor in several cases:

too much mucus;
pronounced yellow discharge;
We are talking less about mucus and more about “cottage cheese”;
The discharge has an unpleasant odor.

Such symptoms indicate possible inflammatory or infectious processes. They are unfavorable for the unborn baby, and therefore require observation and treatment.

Complications

Every expectant mother wants an easy pregnancy and a safe birth. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.

Miscarriage– This is the body’s rejection of the embryo. Some causes of this complication are genetic and do not depend on the woman. Sometimes a miscarriage can be a consequence of the negligence of the expectant mother - for example, when she goes to the sauna or starts renovations at home.
Ectopic pregnancy – this is the fixation of the fetus “out of place.” In this case, there is only one way out - an artificial interruption through operational means. Now, after such operations, a woman can still have children, but the attempt is allowed no earlier than six months later.
Fading pregnancy - This is the cessation of embryo development without its rejection. Then the main medical measures will be aimed at ridding the woman of the dead embryo. This is usually done by stimulating uterine contractions.
Artificial termination of pregnancy, or abortion, is not a complication. This happens if the pregnancy is unwanted and the woman decides not to give birth to the child. By medical standards, it's not too late. It is only important that a woman goes for an abortion with full awareness of responsibility for her decision.

To experience the joys of future motherhood, a woman needs to follow a number of recommendations. The main ones relate to nutrition. Paying attention to your health and life in general is also important.

Nutrition

The main signs of “pregnant” food:

benefits for mother and baby;
good absorption by the body;
availability.

The meat should not be fatty.
On the contrary, it is advisable to buy fish of fatty varieties - it contains important food acids.
Approximately one third of the food should consist of fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as dried fruits.
Dairy and dairy products should be in the diet of the expectant mother every day.
It is advisable to consume porridge daily.
Products should not be “fast”. Cereals in bags, noodles in boxes and powdered potatoes in jars should be a thing of the past.
If products require heat treatment, it’s better to steam or bake.
If possible, you should avoid canned, smoked and spicy foods.
The strength and quantity of tea and natural coffee will have to be reduced.

Not every dish embodies all its advantages. There will need to be a compromise somewhere. If you want fresh mushrooms in winter (a point about availability), most likely you will have to make do with frozen ones. And when the body “refuses” steamed trout with horror and demands canned tuna, will it be easy to resist?

Absolute refusal applies only to alcohol. Even a small dose of alcohol can cause serious pathologies in the development of the embryo.

In case of toxicosis, it is better to take the first morning meal without getting out of bed.

Health of mother and baby

Taking care of your own health is now especially important for women. Just a few simple rules will help you avoid problems.

Crowds of people should be avoided, especially during epidemics of viral and other infections.
X-ray examinations cannot be performed.
It is advisable not to use household chemicals high in ammonia ( ammonia) and chlorine.
You need to quit smoking urgently.
Medicines are only allowed for pregnant women and only as prescribed by a doctor.
It is important to avoid direct contact with pets to avoid possible infection with toxoplasmosis. Adults can suffer from this disease and not even notice it, but for the embryo it is extremely dangerous.
It is advisable to visit a doctor, confirm intrauterine pregnancy and undergo the first general and specific tests. The doctor will order urine, vaginal smear, and blood tests for a number of infections and diseases. In addition, the specialist recommends vitamins for pregnant women and the drug folic acid, which is very important for the proper development of the unborn baby.

Special way of life

All actions, all behavior of a woman must take into account her special condition.

If you are constantly tired, it is better not to go to visit and/or noisy events for now.
Emotions are only positive! It is important not to give in to negativity and attacks of bad mood.
The sex life of future parents does not need to change if it continues to be convenient for both. But if the expectant mother is worried about something intimate life, the problem needs to be solved. You shouldn’t remain silent about discomfort and be afraid of offending your partner. Only trust and frankness will help establish a new sexual rhythm. There is one important point: Rough, aggressive sex can cause miscarriage.
It is better to avoid watching bloody action films, dramas with violent scenes and horror films. Against the background of hormonal changes, the expectant mother can experience the most natural stress, and the embryo will suffer. After all, a real impulse of fear, negativity and hopelessness will come to him through his mother’s blood.
If a woman has not followed a daily routine before, it’s time to start. A measured lifestyle will help you win and chronic fatigue, and toxicosis.

Who and how to inform about pregnancy?

In the next few weeks, the expectant mother will more than once face the question: who and when to tell about her new condition? And how to report this?

The first on the list will, of course, be the father of the child. How exactly he finds out about the pregnancy, each woman must decide for herself. It could be romantic dinner or almost a business environment. In one old film, the wife-artist literally played her husband: she painted him with a huge “pregnant” belly. It’s just important to remember that the words “oh, you and I got knocked up” smack of a very frivolous attitude towards the future appearance of a baby in the family.

Maybe, future father was already aware of the delay in menstruation of his beloved woman, and therefore he himself will ask her about the results of the test or tests.

Let older children (if you already have them), potential grandparents and other relatives learn about everything when the future parents are prepared for this.

The employer must be aware of the employee’s pregnancy as early as possible if the woman has harmful and/or difficult working conditions. She has the right to a more favorable work environment. But if there is nowhere to rush, you can wait a little - the tummy will not appear soon.

The sixth week of pregnancy will not be a difficult time if the expectant mother takes care of herself and her baby.

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For a young and healthy woman, there is nothing more natural than pregnancy, although for many this condition, especially at the beginning, is marked by a deterioration in well-being. But problems do not frighten me; on the contrary, they give me confidence that everything is developing as it should. It becomes alarming when the signs of early pregnancy suddenly disappear. Does this really indicate its unsuccessful completion?

The desire to have a child makes many women almost psychics. At least they claim that they felt the emergence of new life before more definite signs appeared. And yet, pregnancy changes the way the body works so much that clear symptoms arise from the first weeks:

(mainly in the morning), vomiting;
menstruation stops;
due to increased blood circulation in the uterine area, tingling and sometimes mild pain are detected;
swells, becomes thicker, nipples hurt, their color darkens;
change;
there is a need to urinate more often;
a feeling of fullness appears in the stomach;
Fatigue quickly sets in and drowsiness appears.

This is a general list of signs of the initial stage of pregnancy. Individual characteristics the body can expand or narrow it, making some manifestations more noticeable. Some of the symptoms listed may not bother you at all. But if it suddenly turns out that your health has completely returned to its previous characteristics, this causes legitimate concern about whether the signs of pregnancy may disappear. After all, it is common knowledge that they are present for at least 3 months.

A natural explanation for the disappearance of pregnancy signs

The listed signs of the presence of an embryo in the body are among the possible. Changes in well-being are caused by a quantitative increase in progesterone. This hormone exists to ensure the conditions for the development of the fetus, that is, the formation of membranes that nourish and protect it, and retention in the uterus. But the influence of the substance is not limited to this; it controls the functions of many organs.

The new hormonal background is unusual for the body, the concentration of substances can be unstable. Therefore, a woman may feel the signs of pregnancy appear and disappear.

This is normal at its early stage, in which adaptation occurs, the mother’s body becomes accustomed to the embryo. But even in the case when all the symptoms have ceased to be felt, it is not necessary to suspect the worst.

Nausea disappeared

For many, nausea is the most distressing symptom of pregnancy. But suddenly it ceases to be felt at all, and the previous irritants no longer have an effect. What does this mean? One of the variants of the norm, which has a twofold explanation:

The body gets used to the new balance of hormones. First of all, this concerns the brain and nervous system, which controls the gag reflex.
Digestion also adapts to the increased amount of progesterone.

For some, it goes faster, and accordingly, nausea only bothers them for a couple of weeks. Others suffer from it for almost the entire pregnancy. Still other lucky women do not remember any aversion to food or smells during the entire period. So if the signs of pregnancy of this series have disappeared, there is no reason to be afraid.

The stomach has returned to normal

Painful sensations in the abdominal area are caused by two organs - the uterus and intestines. They are explained by the process of implantation of the embryo and the flow of blood into this area. As soon as the body gets used to the increased presence of biological fluid, the state of health in this area of the body returns to normal.

The intestines at the beginning of pregnancy may force you to frequently run to the toilet due to progesterone enhancing its motility. Therefore, pain, bloating, and gases bother me in the abdomen. But over time, intestinal cells also become less susceptible to the substance. And the enlarged uterus interferes with his active motor skills.

Breasts become soft

When the symptoms of pregnancy have disappeared in the area of the mammary glands, real panic arises. In most cases it is not justified.

There is still a lot of time until the first feeding, so the process of preparing the breasts for milk production may simply be slower. Some people have problems with lactation, which is not very good for the baby, but does not interfere with pregnancy. Other women have such a structure of the mammary glands that the expansion of the ducts does not compress the lobules, and therefore does not provoke discomfort in the breasts and nipples.

In addition, with a high pain threshold, a woman ceases to perceive the sensation as acutely as at the very beginning. The breast remains sensitive, but it is easier to tolerate, and therefore it seems that the symptom has disappeared.

Common to pregnant women due to increased blood circulation. The temperature in the pelvic area rises, so the bladder is easily irritated. It needs to be emptied even though the volume of liquid is small. And when everything returns to normal, it seems to be a sign of trouble.

You shouldn't think like that. Bladder It will still remind itself when the fetus becomes larger and the uterus enlarges. But early in pregnancy, fluid retention may occur in other parts of the body. And the walls of the organ get used to the increased blood supply, not reacting to it as sharply as at the very beginning.

Bloody discharge appeared

In pregnant women, it is not a sign of a threat to the condition at a very early stage, when the embryo is fixed in the wall of the uterus. But this is a one-time event, and not everyone is accompanied by bleeding.

Pregnancy can also occur against the background of hormonal deficiency. And although it is corrected with pills, some women experience it monthly on days that coincide with critical periods. Sometimes this sign and excellent health do not allow pregnancy to be detected until the abdomen enlarges.

When feeling better during early pregnancy is dangerous

You should start worrying when the signs of pregnancy suddenly disappear. Sometimes this indicates its reverse development. If a woman has health problems, obvious or previously undetected, the fetus may stop growing. It does not enter the blood, its body returns to its previous state. Progesterone levels also drop, causing the absence of pregnancy symptoms.

They can also leave when the body is ready to reject the fetus. This will be revealed by the following signs:

abdominal cramps that are severe or appear and disappear;
appear even in small quantities.

This requires emergency hospitalization. Only she leaves a chance to save the fetus.

The fact that pregnancy symptoms disappeared for early stages, in most cases is not a threat to the position. But this must be confirmed with the help of a gynecologist, to whom the woman should come at the slightest alarming sign and outside the scheduled visits.

After all, suspiciousness can lead to miscarriage or poor development of the fetus, even when there are no other reasons for this.