Week 12
Baby: Baby is the size of a avocado this week. Organs are still forming, every day matters.
You: Nausea often peaks around now. It usually passes by week 14.
Today: Stretch your back — gentle child pose.
What's happening with you and baby, gently described. We've highlighted the milestone weeks — your midwife will fill in the rest.
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Baby: Baby is the size of a avocado this week. Organs are still forming, every day matters.
You: Nausea often peaks around now. It usually passes by week 14.
Today: Stretch your back — gentle child pose.
Your test is positive. Baby is the size of a poppy seed and busy implanting.
poppy seedA heartbeat is there, even if you can't hear it yet. You may feel queasy and tired — both are normal and pass.
sweet peaA good time to book your first visit with us. We'll confirm dates, take history, and start your file.
raspberryFingers and toes are formed. You may notice food smells more sharply than ever.
strawberryDating scan and combined screening, if you choose it. Many people share their news around now.
limeMost of the early nausea fades. Energy comes back. A good time to start gentle exercise.
peachYou may feel butterflies — baby's first movements. Like tiny popcorn, or a fish doing a turn.
avocadoThe big mid-pregnancy scan — every limb measured, every chamber of the heart looked at.
bananaBaby's hearing is on. Talk, sing, play music — they're listening.
sweetcornWe'll do a routine glucose test. Eyes are starting to open and close.
lettuceNow's the time to start tracking baby's daily movements. Our kick counter can help.
aubergineTime to think about your birth plan and pack a bag. Antenatal classes are most useful around now.
cabbageBaby is starting to think about head-down. We'll be feeling and noting position at every visit.
squashBraxton-Hicks (practice tightenings) become more noticeable. Painful or regular ones — call us.
honeydew melonBaby is filling out. From 37 weeks they're considered full term. We'll see you weekly from here.
romaine lettuceYou may notice a "show", looser stools, or the urge to nest. All normal harbingers.
leekMost babies arrive within two weeks either side. We'll talk about gentle induction options if needed.
pumpkin