12 Weeks Pregnant Baby’s Growth, Symptoms & What to Expect Next

Welcome to Week 12 of Pregnancy - the final week of your first trimester! 🎉

In this episode of the What to Expect Podcast, based on medically reviewed information from BabyCenter, we’ll walk you through what’s happening at this exciting stage:

Baby’s development:

* Your baby is now about the size of a lime!
* Reflexes are developing, and tiny fingers can open and close.
* Facial features are becoming more defined, and organs are nearly fully formed.

Your symptoms:

* Common experiences include reduced nausea, increased energy, and noticeable belly growth.
* Learn how to manage any lingering fatigue or digestive discomfort.

Checklist for week 12:

* Schedule your first-trimester screening or ultrasound
* Continue with prenatal vitamins and healthy eating
* Stay active with safe exercises to support your body and baby
* Begin thinking about sharing your pregnancy news if you haven’t already

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