Being pregnant, feeling, at the same time, how a small miracle develops inside you, it is an indescribable feeling of happiness. And so that it is not overshadowed by various unpleasant moments, it is necessary to understand what happens to the future baby in each week of his development in the womb.
What happens to the baby
At the 10th week of pregnancy, an important event for the future baby occurs - the embryonic stage of its development is ending, now it is considered a fetus. At this time, the weight of the fetus is about 6 grams, height is about 4 cm, the head is only 1.7 cm in diameter.
At this stage, the formation of internal organs ends, now they have to develop until the end of pregnancy.
From the moment of conception, the fetus has gone a long way - it has already formed the circulatory, respiratory and nervous systems, the brain is developing rapidly, you can already see the eyelids, a fluff appears on the skin, the fetal skeleton is strengthened.
If no genetic abnormalities were diagnosed before this week, now they are not terrible.
Changes in the body of women
If up to 10 weeks of pregnancy a woman was disturbed by toxicosis, then during this period he may more often remind himself of himself, and heartburn may also join him. During this period, the uterus increases in size, in the groin area appears heaviness, which leads to frequent visits to the toilet.
Due to hormonal changes in the body, the appearance of vellus hair on the abdomen, chest and face is possible. Do not worry about this, the defects themselves will disappear within two weeks after delivery.
Pigmentation may also be of concern, try not to be in the open sun without sunscreen. The future mother continues to gain weight, perhaps already in this period will have to update the wardrobe.
Eliminate tight clothing so that the stomach is not constricted. During this period, pay special attention to the emotional state, if you experience frequent mood swings, nervousness, depression and do not cope on your own, contact a specialist and he will advise safe medications.
Discharge and pain in obstetric pregnancy 10
It happens that when urinating a woman experiences discomfort associated with pain, cutting and burning, you should not leave these symptoms unattended, as this is fraught with urinary tract infection.
Also throughout the pregnancy, moderate vaginal discharge is observed, normally they are light in color, with a uniform consistency. If the signs of discharge have changed, become more abundant, have changed color, an unpleasant smell has appeared, it is necessary to immediately contact a gynecologist.
A very common cause of such discharge indicates the presence of sexually transmitted diseases. The appearance of whiter (discharge) may indicate inflammation of the vagina, triggered by various microorganisms. These include:
- Candida fungi;
- chlamydia;
- Trichomonas;
- gonococci.
The presence of such pathogens can lead to the development of intrauterine infection, which will adversely affect the development of the fetus, and in some cases can be fatal. If the discharge is bloody, urgent medical care is needed, only it will help avoid the threat of miscarriage.
The appearance of non-abundant blood secretions is sometimes associated with the sex life of a pregnant woman and is directly related to sexual intercourse or a visit to the gynecologist.
In any case, it must be remembered that a late appeal to a specialist may adversely affect the health of the future baby.
Ultrasound, tests and examinations at 9-11 weeks of pregnancy
One of the main tests at this stage of pregnancy is chorionic villus biopsy. The analysis helps to identify genetic diseases of the fetus (Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis) at an early stage of development, by examining a small area of the placenta.
The analysis can be done in two ways: through the cervix or through a small abdominal incision. According to statistics, the risk of miscarriage after this procedure is small and is about 2%. There is a certain category of women who are shown this analysis:
- woman over 35;
- on ultrasound the thickness of the collar space (TVP) is more than the norm;
- birth of a previous child with genetic diseases.
The ideal time for this procedure is 11 weeks from conception, but it can be carried out starting from 9 weeks and three days, and up to 19 weeks.
Another important examination is fetal fetoscopy. The method of fetoscopy is to examine the fetus with a thin endoscope to obtain a blood test, a piece of skin and amniotic fluid.
This examination helps to identify hereditary and congenital deformities of the fetus. The indications for this procedure are suspicions of fetal deformities detected during an ultrasound scan or the birth of children with a similar deviation.
There is a possibility of complications after fetoscopy, it is associated with bleeding, premature labor, infections, the risk of miscarriage is about 4%. The examination should be carried out by a qualified specialist.
At the same time it is necessary to make an ultrasound, the study will show the anatomical and functional features of the fetus, will help to assess the respiratory, nervous and circulatory systems. Before any method of diagnosis at 10 weeks is not prohibited by eating.
But some preparatory actions are required to be followed. It is necessary to exclude gas-forming products from food for three days before the procedure.
In some cases, a bowel movement and bladder filling are required. In any case, the doctor will warn about the necessary procedures. The first ultrasound is aimed at diagnosing the following factors:
- confirmation of pregnancy;
- the location of the fetus (at this time does not matter);
- the absence or presence of developmental defects or visible defects;
- Heart rate (heart rate), the norm is 150-170 beats per minute;
- condition of the umbilical cord and blood vessels.
Also, during the ultrasound examination, fetal fetal parameters are studied:
- distance between parietal bones, normal 18 mm;
- diameter of the chest, normal 20 mm;
- coccyx parietal size, normal 24-49 mm;
- TVP, the norm is 0.8-2.2 mm;
- femur length, normal 7 mm.
A woman's cervix should be without hypertonus, the cervical canal is closed, the length of the cervical canal is at least 3 cm, the difference from this norm may threaten abortion.
With the help of the ultrasound machine, you can see how in this period the baby flexes and extends the limbs, sticks a finger in his mouth.
Possible hazards
At week 10 there is still a high risk of miscarriage or a fading pregnancy. First of all, it is associated with high levels of TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone). Its increase is directly related to violations of the hormonal system, so it is worth insisting on the early conduct of hormonal analysis, so that there is time to adjust its rate.
Therefore, if during this period there are severe nagging pains in the lower abdomen, bloody, brown discharge, immediately consult a doctor.
Doctor's recommendations
Useful advice from doctors will greatly facilitate the life of a pregnant woman.
- Varicose veins disease. Take care of the prevention of varicose dilatation, if you miss this moment now, later it will be hard to get rid of this trouble.
- Constipation. Many women are embarrassed to talk about this problem, which then leads to an exacerbation of hemorrhoids. Adjust nutrition, move more, do not ignore gymnastics for pregnant women.
- Nutrition. Particular attention should be paid to a healthy and balanced diet. Eat more vegetables and fruits, fish and meat, dairy products. Do not forget about such an important element as zinc. With its deficiency, the body is prone to colds and various infections, and zinc is also involved in the biochemical reactions of the body. High content of zinc in bran, sprouts of sprouted wheat, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds.
- Body care. In order to avoid stretch marks and the appearance of stretch marks, it is recommended to moisturize the skin of the abdomen with special cosmetics. Do not forget about the breast, it also requires special care during pregnancy. But doctors advise against hair coloring to abstain.
- Sex. Remember that the future baby is good only when the mother is good. And although pregnancy is not a disease, responsibility increases. In some cases, sex is an additional risk factor, but if a woman is healthy and full of energy, you should not give up sexual pleasure. If after sexual intercourse there are painful sensations or discharge of a different nature begins, consult your doctor. When having sex it is important to remember that it should only be with a condom.
- Relaxation. Do not overload the body during pregnancy, more rest. Remember that the development of the baby depends on your emotional state.
And in conclusion, there are still thirty weeks of pregnancy ahead, which can bring many surprises, both pleasant and not so.
In order to have less unpleasant moments, try to enjoy your condition, listen to your body, because now you are responsible for two, follow the recommendations of doctors, do not distance yourself from your spouse, tell him about your problems and then you will have a wonderful baby who will add to your life positive emotions.
In addition, what happens at the 10th week of pregnancy can be found in the following video.
