The 13th week of pregnancy already marks the end of the 1st trimester. At the end of this 3rd month, you should feel a little better. For his part, baby continues to grow: his face is refined, taste and touch are developing and he moves a lot even if you don’t feel it yet! The advice of Anh-Chi Ton, a midwife on this 15th week of amenorrhea.
At 13 weeks of pregnancy or 15 SAthe symptoms are a little more discreet, which gives you time to regain your strength in this End of third month of pregnancy. It is also the End of your first quarter And at this stage, the risk of miscarriage also decreases as clearly, enough to feel reassured about the smooth running of your pregnancy. If you don’t have yet announced the happy event to those around youmaybe that’s the right time to say that you are pregnant. Without forgetting your employer, to whom you can Announce the dates of your maternity leave. What to do during this 13th week of pregnancy? How does baby develop? Our midwife Anh-Chi your advice on us to live serenely the end of the 3rd month.
How many months and its at 13 weeks of pregnancy?
Amenorrhea week: The 13th week of pregnancy corresponds to 15 SA or 15 weeks of amenorrhea.
In months : At 13 weeks of pregnancy, you are at the End of the 3rd month of pregnancyand therefore at the end of the third trimester of pregnancy.
What weight gain at 13 weeks of pregnancy?
The baby and the placenta represent approximately a third of the Weight taken during pregnancy. At this stage, you should have taken Between 1.5 and 2 kg approximately (maximum up to 3 kg at the end of the 3rd month). If you have taken more, do not panic: every woman is unique. “”On the other hand, if you feel that the situation escapes you, do not hesitate to ask your doctor for advice and consult a dietitian to adopt the right food reflexes. “, advises the midwife.
What symptoms at 13 weeks of pregnancy?
For most pregnant women, this end of the third month of pregnancy also marks The end of small pregnancy ailments. At this stage, The nausea fades, Or even disappear completely. You also feel better on the intestinal level. THE stomach burns Also diminish (but they will come back!).
How is the belly at 13 weeks of pregnancy?
Your little belly is really starting to round off: Your uterus is now the size of a big lemon ! If you start to feel cramped in your pants, maybe it’s a good time to buy some pregnancy.
“”The size of the belly is however very variable from one woman to another. It depends on several factors, including morphology, posture, abdominals. The size of the belly is therefore correlated with the woman’s body more than the growth of the baby. We also note that when it is a second or third pregnancy, the belly resorts faster.“, observe the midwife.
“When it is a second or third pregnancy, the belly resorts faster”.
How does baby move at 13 weeks of pregnancy?
Baby movements are now better coordinated. He now moves his arms, legs, hands (and even his eyes!). But at 13 weeks of pregnancy, you can’t feel them yet and it’s not worrying. A little more patience.
At 13 weeks of pregnancy or 15 SA, Your baby’s senses are In full development. All the different elements of his face are now well in place: his eyes, his ears, his mouth, his nose … He even sports very small eyebrows, and some hair appears on his skull. The pigments of your skin (or melanin) begin to develop. They will soon give a nice pink color to her epidermis.
- Your baby becomes more sensitive to his environment : he appreciates the sweet flavor of amniotic fluid, likes the caresses you or the dad lavish him by touching your belly …
- He also reacts when his feet touch the uterine wall.
- His little hands, now perfectly formed, move more and more. Besides, he also begins to move his legs and arms well.
- He even opens the mouth from time to time: maybe he prepares for feeding or sucking his thumb?
- His ears, they do not yet react to the noises around them. You still have to wait a little for your baby’s hearing to develop.
What is the baby’s size and weight?
At 13 weeks of pregnancy, baby measures 10 cm and weighs 70 g.
On the legal level, nothing obliges you to Inform your employer of your pregnancy at such or such moment. “”Nevertheless, warning it fairly quickly is essential so that it can organize during your maternity leave, find a replacement and that the passing between you happens in the best conditions ” advises Anh-Chi tone. And the sooner you warn your employer, the faster you can benefit from the advantages related to your status. In particular, you will be able to absent for your various compulsory medical examinations, without loss of remuneration.
Take the opportunity to think a little more about how you want to welcome your baby. All these wishes, you can list them in what is called a birth project. “”The objective of the birth project is to express desires, wishes, needs that are somewhat different from what is usually done in the hospital: Childbirth in a position other than the physiological position, desired mobility, music during childbirth etc. “, explains the midwife. Once this project is established, discuss it as soon as possible with the maternity medical team where you are going to give birth, in order to let them know your wishes.
Thanks to Anh-Chi Ton, midwife.
