♡ What to expect Pregnancy week by week
Curious about what to expect each week of pregnancy?
You’re in the right place! Our expert-backed, week-by-week guide walks you through every stage—from your baby’s incredible growth to the changes happening in your body. Stay informed and feel empowered throughout your entire pregnancy journey.
2 weeks pregnant
Ovulation may happen about two weeks after your last period began. If egg meets sperm, you're on your way to being pregnant.
6 weeks pregnant
At 6 weeks, your baby's heart has started beating. You may have morning sickness and sore breasts.
10 weeks pregnant
At 10 weeks, your baby has finished the most critical part of development! You might be ready for maternity clothes, or at least some new bras.
First Trimester of Pregnancy
3 weeks pregnant
At 3 weeks after your last period - about 1 week after fetilization - your baby is a tiny ball made up of several hundred cells that are multiplying quickly.
7 weeks pregnant
At 7 weeks, you baby's eyes, nose, mouth, and ears are taking shape. You may need to pee constantly.
11 weeks pregnant
At 11 weeks pregnant, your baby's busy kicking and stretching. But you won't feel that for a while yet.
4 weeks pregnant
At 4 weeks, your baby is an embryo made up of two layers, and your primitive placenta is developing.
8 weeks pregnant
At 8 weeks, your baby's hands and feet are sprouting webbed fingers and toes. You may have nausea and fatigue. And you may make decisions about prenatal tests.
12 weeks pregnant
Your baby can curl those tiny toes and make sucking movements when you're 12 weeks pregnant. You may be having heartburn.
5 weeks pregnant
At 5 weeks, your tiny embryo is growin like crazy, and you may be noticing pregnancy discomforts like sore breasts and fatigue.
9 weeks pregnant
At 9 weeks, your baby is starting to look more like a tiny human. You may have morning sickness and mood swings.
13 weeks pregnant
At 13 weeks pregnant, you're in the last week of the first trimester. Your baby now has exquisite fingerprints and is almost 3 inches long.
14 weeks pregnant
Your baby is now making expressions with its tiny features. At 14 weeks pregnant, you may be feeling more energetic and less nauseated.
18 weeks pregnant
Your baby's genitals are developed enough to see on an ultrasound. Hungry? An increase in appetite is normal at 18 weeks pregnant.
22 weeks pregnant
At 22 weeks, your baby may be able to hear your heartbeat. And your growing belly may be turning into a hand magnet.
26 weeks pregnant
At 26 weeks, your baby is inhaling and exhaling small amounts of amniotic fluid. This is good practice for breathing.
Second Trimester of Pregnancy
15 weeks pregnant
At 15 weeks, your baby can move their joints and is forming taste buds. Have a stuffy nose? It's a surprising pregnancy side effect.
19 weeks pregnant
At 19 weeks, hair is sprouting on your baby's scalp. If your sides are aching, it could be round ligament pain.
23 weeks pregnant
Now that you're 23 weeks pregnant, your baby has a well-developed sense of movement. Meanwhile, you may notice swelling in your ankles and feet.
27 weeks pregnant
At 27 weeks pregnant, you may feel your baby hiccupping. They may also be opening and closing their eyes.
16 weeks pregnant
At 16 weeks pregnant, you may be having less nausea and fewer mood swings. Your baby is heading into a growth spurt.
20 weeks pregnant
At 20 weeks pregnant, you're at the halfway mark in your pregnancy - congrats! Your baby's taste buds are now working.
24 weeks pregnant
At 24 weeks, your baby is still long and lean -- but that will soon change. And your growing uterus is now the size of a soccer ball.
17 weeks pregnant
At 17 weeks, your baby's skeleton is changing from soft cartilage to bone, and the umbilical cord is growing stronger and thicker.
21 weeks pregnant
Feeling your baby move at 21 weeks pregnant? Those early flutters will turn into full-fledged kicks. Cool fact: Your baby has eyebrows now.
25 weeks pregnant
At 25 weeks, your little one is starting to add some baby fat and grow more hair. Your hair may be looking extra lustrous, too.
28 weeks pregnant
At 28 weeks pregnant, you're starting your last trimester. Your baby's eyes may be able to see light filtering in through your womb.
32 weeks pregnant
Your baby is plumping up! At 32 weeks pregnant, your expanding uterus may cause heartburn and shortness of breath.
36 weeks pregnant
Your baby is gaining about an ounce a day now that you're 36 weeks pregnant. You may feel them drop down into your pelvis soon.
40 weeks pregnant
At 40 weeks pregnant, your baby is the size of a watermelon! Don't worry if you're still pregnant - it's common to go past your due date.
Third Trimester of Pregnancy
29 weeks pregnant
At 29 weeks, your baby's muscles and lungs are maturing, and the head is growing to make room for the developing brain.
33 weeks pregnant
At 33 weeks pregnant, you might be waddling and having trouble getting comfy in bed. Your baby weighs a little more than 4 pounds now.
37 weeks pregnant
At 37 weeks, your baby's brain and lungs are continuing to mature. You may have more vaginal discharge and occasional contractions.
41 weeks pregnant
At 41 weeks pregnant, you'll go into labor or be induced soon. Your baby is ready for the world!
30 weeks pregnant
At 30 weeks, your baby weighs more than 3 pounds. You may be battling mood swings, clumsiness, and fatigue.
34 weeks pregnant
At 34 weeks, your baby's central nervous system and lungs are maturing. Dizziness and fatigue may be slowing you down.
38 weeks pregnant
Your baby has a firm grasp, which you'll soon be able to test in person! At 38 weeks pregnant, it's wise to watch for signs of preeclampsia.
31 weeks pregnant
At 31 weeks, your baby's strong kicks might be keeping you up at night. You may be feeling Braxton Hicks contractions, too.
35 weeks pregnant
At 35 weeks, your baby is too snug in your womb to do a lot of somersaults, but you'll still feel frequent movements.
39 weeks pregnant
At 39 weeks pregnant, your baby is full term and waiting to greet the world! If your water breaks, call your healthcare provider.
