Even though you aren't showing yet, your uterus has expanded to about the size of a grapefruit. This will cause some cramping or pain.

You may experience bloating and indigestion. This is caused by a slow digestive process. So, chew thoroughly and eat small frequent meals.

Your breasts will still feel sore and heavy. The colour of your nipples and the area around it may darken. This is just your body preparing for lactation. You will also undergo mood swings.

Your Baby

Your baby is 10-14 mms big. That is about the size of a cherry.

Your baby's heart has begun to separate into four chambers as blood circulates throughout her body. Her ears and eyelids are now taking complete shape. Her head is rather large as her brain is developing at a fast rate.

The vertebrae and ribs are beginning to grow while the spinal cord is evident. Her fingers and toes are slowly forming. Your baby's sex has already been determined and soon the external genitals will start to develop.

Muscle contractions have started but you will not be able to feel these early movements just yet.

Common Complications

• Indigestion and heartburn
• Constipation
• Bloated feeling
• Spotting and vaginal bleeding

It is okay if…

• You experience mild cramping so long as the pain isn't severe or accompanied by bleeding.

Eat Healthy

• Cottage cheese is a good source of protein and calcium. Mix this in a bowl of salad.
• Have instant oatmeal.

Avoid

• Alcohol and smoking
• Sodas; if you are feeling gassy, drinking soda is not the solution.
• Ready-to-eat meals
• Coffee; excessive coffee leads to intra-uterine growth retardation in babies.

Stay Fit

You could practice the Kegel exercises to strengthen your vaginal muscles. This will also help during delivery and will tone your muscles for after delivery.

Consult with your doctor first though as every case is unique.