Wondering about a symptom you have? Find it on our pregnancy symptoms page. Create a fun time lapse of your pregnancy by documenting your growing bump every week or so. Check out these tips on how to get the best bump photos week after week. Even if you don't see a noticeable bump yet, start taking photos now so you have a starting point for comparison.
It's common to feel moody during pregnancy. But if you're feeling more than a little blue, or if these emotions persist for more than two weeks, take our prenatal depression quiz and discuss the results with your healthcare provider. In early pregnancy you may be more exhausted than you ever imagined you could be. It takes a lot of energy to make a new life! Pregnancy also brings a host of sleep disturbances such as frequent urination, nausea, heartburn, leg cramps, and snoring.
Get more rest by turning in early — you'll be glad when you wake up refreshed the next day. Practice the basics of good sleep during pregnancy by watching what and when you eat, using the right pillows, learning how to relax, and practicing good "sleep hygiene. It's always important to use sunscreen, but during pregnancy it can help you avoid a condition called melasma or chloasma — darker patches of skin on your face or body, which may be triggered by hormonal changes.
Women with darker skin are more likely to experience melasma, but it can happen to any expecting mom. Melasma is also sometimes referred to as the mask of pregnancy because the splotches typically show up around your upper lip, nose, cheekbones, and forehead in the shape of a mask. These darker spots will eventually go away after pregnancy. Staying out of the sun and using a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day whether or not it's sunny is the best way to prevent melasma.
Wondering how much pregnancy weight to gain? It depends on your pre-pregnancy body mass index and whether or not you're carrying twins or multiples. If you're at a healthy weight, aim to gain 1 to 5 pounds in the first trimester and about 1 pound per week after that. Check out our pregnancy weight gain calculator to find your target weight range. For many expecting moms, it's still too early to have a true pregnancy bump.
But it may be getting harder to hide the changes your body is undergoing. If you're not ready to share your news, you may have to get creative with loose clothing that hides your chest and belly.
An oversized cardigan, button-down shirt, or sweatshirt over leggings may do the trick for now. The first trimester isn't usually a beauty enhancer. Use the NHS's pregnancy due date calculator. You'll get a more accurate date from your doctor or midwife when you have a dating scan usually at 8 to 14 weeks. Get personalised emails for trusted NHS advice, videos and tips on your pregnancy week by week, birth and parenthood.
Back to 1st trimester. Home Pregnancy Week-by-week 1st trimester Week 8. Share this page Facebook Pinterest Twitter Whatsapp. Week-by-week guide to pregnancy.
When you're pregnant, you have lots of questions. Our week-by-week pregnancy guide is packed with lots of useful information. From what's happening inside your body, to how your baby is developing, and tips and advice on having a healthy pregnancy — this is your one-stop pregnancy guide!
First trimester Our week-by-week pregnancy guide is full of essential information. Week 8 — your first trimester You've changed so much over the past few weeks — but most people won't notice a thing, as all the action is going on inside your belly. Beating the pregnancy blues No matter how excited you are about having a baby, there are likely to be times when you'll feel anxious and stressed. Early pregnancy symptoms at 8 weeks Being 8 weeks pregnant isn't easy.
Your symptoms could also include: a metallic taste in your mouth sore breasts morning sickness headaches mood swings new likes and dislikes for food and drink — anyone fancy cake with chutney? Sign up for emails Get more tips and advice on your pregnancy, baby and parenting sent to your inbox. Subscribe to Start4Life pregnancy, baby and toddler emails.
What does my baby look like? Action stations Help your baby get the best start in life by taking action now. The following steps will also help you to enjoy the rest of your pregnancy, safe in the knowledge that you're doing all you can to help that little bundle of cells inside of you… See your midwife or GP.
Antenatal classes. Smoking, drinking and caffeine in pregnancy. Vitamins in pregnancy. Exercising in pregnancy. Healthy eating. Long-term conditions. Emotional and mental wellbeing. This week's treat Get out of a food rut and enjoy experimenting with new ways to get your 5 A Day. Want to know when the baby's due? Go back to week 7 Go to week 9. Baby's growing about a millimeter each day. You're two months pregnant at 8 weeks, although doctors generally refer to pregnancy by week instead of month.
Wondering what stinks? Probably anything and everything. Your hormones are doing some wild things at week 8, giving you a superhuman-like sense of smell and making your stomach do flip-flops. Try to remind yourself it will be worth it. Especially once you reach the second trimester, when most moms-to-be bounce back and feel more energized. Also, know that having no pregnancy symptoms at 8 weeks is totally normal too. We promise—soon you will! The usually good news is, those symptoms will change as your pregnancy progresses and your belly and baby continue to grow.
Things should start to get better in about a month, when the wondrous second trimester begins. Until then, take it easy and be gentle with yourself. Growing a person is hard! Wondering if your belly is the right size at this stage? At 8 weeks pregnant, showing a bit can be normal, but not showing is, too! Know that inside your 8 weeks pregnant belly your uterus is expanding, but it just takes longer for some to show it on the outside.
Healthy weight gain in the first trimester is about one to five pounds total, so at 8 weeks pregnant, you may have gained a few pounds already. They have a hand in your morning sickness, as well as making you feel pretty emotional, and causing your breasts to grow a cup size or two.
You may need to go bra shopping! Baby Growth Chart Primitive lungs and breathing tubes are growing So antsy! Your Body Nausea, aka morning sickness, has most likely reared its ugly head by now Vaginal discharge can be expected, possibly with some blood Issues with your tummy! Heartburn, nausea, indigestion and more run rampant. Frequently Asked Questions for Week 8 Can you start to show at 8 weeks? Yes, you can start to show at 8 weeks, but there is a range from a slight bump to not showing at all.
Pregnancies with multiples are more likely to show at this stage compared to a single pregnancy. What is fetus doing at 8 weeks?
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