In the video for the 11th week of pregnancy on meinhaushalt.at important information and tips for pregnancy in week 11 are presented.
You are now in the 11th week of pregnancy and the child is now about eight weeks old. It has now reached a length of 3.3 to 4 cm and a weight of approx. 4g. During the Pregnancy doctors no longer refer to the unborn child as an embryo, but as a fetus. Fetus is Latin and means something like "little one", which fits quite appropriately. The little child has already completed its internal and external structures and now only needs to grow. The fingers and toes are becoming increasingly clear, and the arms and legs have almost reached their intended place. The proportions of the individual limbs are correct, so that the arms can already be slightly bent, the wrists moved, and the legs flexed.
The tiny brain now consists of a left and a right hemisphere – in the near future, this will help the fetus move its little arms and legs. A lot has also happened in the face over the last week: the fetus now has eyelids that have closed over the eyes. This state will be maintained for the next few months. Upon closer inspection, you can just make out the tip of the nose, which protrudes tiny and small from the face. Gradually, a real layer of skin is now covering the child's body, and the skeleton is also changing: cartilage is turning into bone.
When will I finally feel my baby?
In this section of the Pregnancy the movements of the fetus are not yet noticeable to the expectant mother. But don't worry – the first fetal movements are only perceived around the 16th-20th week of pregnancy. For some mothers, this is a wonderful moment, as sometimes a kick with a foot or hand might be mistaken for a bowel movement. Soon you will interpret the movements and experience every single kick or nudge with a smile. For women who have already experienced several pregnancies, the tapping signs of new life are usually recognizable earlier.
Clothes are getting tighter
It is perfectly normal for clothes to start getting tighter with pregnancy. Some women now have to resort to maternity wear, perhaps buy larger bras, and can show off a small baby bump. Meanwhile, the child is making itself comfortable in your womb, is surrounded by comfortably warm amniotic fluid, and grows a little more every day. Should you bump your belly slightly, don't worry: your child is well protected by the amniotic fluid, which is like a liquid airbag. Mother Nature has taken good care of the baby.
Due to the overall change in lifestyle and the good blood circulation that pregnancy brings, the skin shines with a new glow, and the hair and nails also appear healthier. Continue to pay attention to a healthy and balanced diet. Of course, you are allowed to sin every now and then, but your child also appreciates it when you rely on vitamins, fiber, and minerals.
For some women, digestion sometimes starts to go crazy and constipation makes everyday life difficult. This is due to the sluggish bowel, which sometimes takes its time during pregnancy – after all, your body now has to work for two. Do not make the mistake of experimenting with any laxatives. Nature offers these in a healthier form: apple juice, dried plums, or figs are a better alternative. Exercise or a little sport can also be quite helpful. During pregnancy, it is not wrong to continue to be physically active – this certainly promotes well-being for mother and baby and also strengthens the immune system. Of course, there are sports that are easier and better for you than others. Swimming, walking or Nordic walking, hiking, cycling, yoga for pregnant women, and pregnancy gymnastics are among the most popular and gentle sports methods that you can use without hesitation.
Other sporting activities such as skiing, climbing or mountaineering, horse riding, water skiing, or similar variants fall more into the category that poses too high a risk of accident and should be avoided throughout the entire pregnancy. If there is no relief in terms of digestion despite frequent exercise, you should contact your doctor.
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