Pregnancy Calendar Week 7

Week 7

What's Happening to My Body?

The countdown continues: Seven weeks down, 33 to go. Your baby is now 5 weeks old and will double in size this week, growing from about 4 millimeters in length to roughly 11 to 13 millimeters, or about half an inch. The baby can now be seen with an ultrasound machine, so you might get a peek soon!

The eyes are more distinct and the tail is getting smaller. The head is still much larger than the rest of the body and grows rapidly this week. The beating heart now has two chambers, and the bronchial tubes are developing in the lungs. The hands, which develop faster than the feet, look like tiny paddles. The legs are still just buds, and feet will appear toward the end of the week.

Your tummy still isn't showing, but you may have gained a few pounds if you haven't been too nauseated. Your morning sickness should start to calm down in the coming weeks, although a few unlucky souls suffer throughout pregnancy. You should start to feel more like yourself soon; unless you're not getting enough rest, you probably won't fall asleep over dinner like you did during the first few weeks.