What’s going on?
Although the people around you may not know about your pregnancy yet, things are starting to get more real for you as the symptoms are coming out in full force now. While some are welcomed (like the talked-about pregnancy glow), others might not be so pleasant (think, morning sickness, nausea and bloating).
Baby at Week 6
By the end of this week, your baby will triple in size, measuring approximately a quarter of an inch – that’s about the size of a lentil. If you could see him/her right now, you’d be looking at an oversized head and dark spots which mark the start of the eyes and nostrils.
From now until delivery day, your baby’s heart will beat about 150 times a minute – that’s twice the average of an adult heart rate. As blood starts to flow through his/her body, the rest of the organs are also taking shape such as the intestines, lung, muscles and bones. Another highlight of this week: your baby’s brain hemispheres are forming, and soon enough, the brain waves can be recorded.
What is mum up to?
These days, you might discover that there are two sides to yourself. One day, you feel moody and the next, you’re all about joy and laughter. Although this can be confusing (yes, even for yourself!), know that what you are going through is normal. You can pinpoint to the raging hormones as the cause of all these symptoms.
On the other hand, exhaustion will be the highlight of your day as your body is still trying to get used to your changing hormones. What’s more, you’ll discover that morning sickness does not just happen in the morning – it can strike at any time of the day. But despite all this, ensure that you are getting enough rest and eating well to lift your spirits up.
Top tips for Week 6
Although morning sickness can make it challenging for you to enjoy your pregnancy, there are some natural remedies which you can use to alleviate the nausea. These include:
- Ginger tea
- Plain crackers or toast
- Sour plum and sweets
- Mint sweets
- Exercise
- Eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day
