First trimester guide: what happens and what to expect in the first 13 weeks
The first 13 weeks are a time of fast development and big changes in your body. This guide walks you through your baby's growth, common symptoms, the…
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How is the week of pregnancy calculated? LMP, ultrasound and the logic of 40 weeks
Why are pregnancy weeks counted from the last period, how is the due date found, and when does an ultrasound change it? Here is a plain-language look…
How many months, how many weeks? Pregnancy weeks, months and trimesters
Your doctor speaks in weeks and the people around you in months, so how do the two match up? This article gathers week-to-month conversion, trimester…
Early pregnancy signs: when to test, the first ultrasound and the heartbeat
In weeks 4–8 you may notice a late period, tiredness or nausea. Here is when testing makes sense, what the first ultrasound can show and when to conta…
Second trimester guide: when energy returns and your baby grows fast
Weeks 14–27 are often the more comfortable stretch of pregnancy. Here you will find your baby's development, the first movements, the detailed ultraso…
Your baby's first movements: when and how you will feel them
Most people notice the first baby movements between weeks 16 and 25, often as a light flutter at first. This article explains how movements develop, h…
Third trimester guide: what happens in the home stretch and how to prepare
In the final stretch from week 28 until birth, your baby gains weight and you get ready for labour. This guide covers common symptoms, check-ups, idea…
The 42-week journey: pregnancy milestones in one article
We summarised the journey from the first day of your period to birth, stage by stage: your baby's development, what happens in your body and the miles…
The ninth month and final weeks: a calm guide to the wait
Between weeks 36 and 40, your body and baby get ready for birth. We explain the baby dropping, irregular contractions versus real labour signs, practi…
Past your due date: what happens in weeks 41–42?
Going past your due date happens to many people and makes the wait feel longer. This article explains how monitoring works in weeks 41–42, what induct…
Balanced eating in pregnancy: how to arrange your plate
Balanced eating is not a perfect menu; it simply means including foods from different groups through the day. Here is a gentle guide to the plate, por…
Weight gain in pregnancy: recommended ranges and a judgement-free view
Weight gain in pregnancy differs from person to person. Here are the general ranges by pre-pregnancy BMI, where the weight actually goes, and a calmer…