Pregnancy Week by Week: How Your Baby Grows

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My Baby: Week 3

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Hooray! A single sperm from Daddy has broken through the tough outer membrane of Mummy's egg and fertilised it. As a fertilised egg, I am now called a zygote.

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Pregnancy Care

If you haven’t started on a prenatal vitamin already, now is a good time to begin.
Also give up smoking and alcohol, eat a healthy diet, and drink at least six to eight glasses of water a day.
To ensure the healthy development of your yet-to-be conceived baby’s brain and spinal cord, start taking 400 micrograms of folic acid daily.
You may want to cut down on your coffee intake, as caffeine can have a negative impact on fertility.

Pregnancy Symptoms

You may experience some light vaginal spotting, called implantation bleeding in Week 3.
You may get food cravings or notice that your favourite foods and drinks suddenly seem unappetising.
Your breasts might be tender and swollen.
You may feel more tired than usual.
Your sense of smell may be heightened.
If you’ve been charting your basal body temperature (your temperature at full rest) you may notice that it stays high.

Your Baby's Development

During weeks 1-2, you aren’t pregnant but your body is preparing for ovulation and your uterus is getting ready for the arrival of a fertilised egg.
By week 3, things are starting to happen! Your fertilised egg is now moving towards your womb, along the fallopian tube. It’ll take about three to five days to complete this journey,
By the time your egg reaches the womb, it will become a mass of over 100 cells and will be now called an embryo.
Once in your womb, your little embryo burrows into the lining of your uterus in a process known as implantation.

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Can I get a CT scan? ❌>
Hi, mummy! The radiation from a CT scan is more than an ultrasound, but there are instances that you may really need to get one during your pregnancy. We would suggest that you consult with the physician before doing this procedure.
Can I go to a bar? ❌>
Best to stay away from bars when pregnant. The germs and possible inhalation of cigarette smoke is not good for you and your baby. And even a small amount of alcohol can harm your developing baby.

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Activities To Do

Can I wear lipstick? ✅>
HI mummy! Yes, expectant mothers can use lipstick, just make sure that the ingredients are safe for preggy mamas like yourself.
Can I wash my navel? ✅>
Hi Mummy, yes you can wash your navel. Pregnant women can use a cotton swab to remove dirt in the navel before taking bath, and then wash with water. When cleaning the navel, do not be too harsh with the cleaning, otherwise it may cause infection and damage to your baby.

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