The fifth week of pregnancy is interesting in that the expectant mother can still remain unaware that she is carrying a little man. At 5 weeks, the pregnant woman still does not have a large abdomen, her breasts are just beginning to fill up, and meanwhile, her body is already actively preparing for bearing the baby and giving birth.
Changes in the body at 5 weeks of gestation
In the body of the future mother there are no noticeable changes, and while it is still impossible to guess about the pregnancy of a woman by her appearance. But in the woman’s body there are rapid changes, primarily associated with the active production of a number of hormones necessary for the restructuring of the body of the future mother. Among them, one of the main roles belongs to estrogen, which by the end of 5 weeks causes breast swelling and increased nipple sensitivity.
Another important hormone that affects the condition of a pregnant woman is progesterone. It has a calming effect on the smooth muscles of the uterus, which is necessary to prevent its hypertonicity (overstrain), which can cause a miscarriage. The relaxing effects of progesterone are also experienced by the organs of the gastrointestinal tract, as a result of which the peristalsis of the stomach slows down, which can lead to heartburn and nausea. There is also a decrease in bowel tone, which can cause constipation.
The condition of the fetus at 5 weeks of gestation
At the 5th week of pregnancy, the baby only begins to form the heart, central nervous system, brain, muscles and bones, as well as the basis of its skeleton. But nevertheless, from the point of view of the development of the unborn child, the 5th week of pregnancy is very important. The size of the fetus so far does not exceed 2 mm, however, its heart, designated a week ago, makes the first contractions, which mark the beginning of the work of its own blood supply system of the nascent organism.
Also, in the fifth week, the baby's respiratory system is laid, a primitive gastrointestinal tract is formed, as well as the liver, kidneys and thyroid gland.
There is an increase in the neural tube, the formation of which began at 4 weeks, the development of the spinal cord is activated, along which the rudiments of muscle tissue are formed. The future spine, which still looks like a dorsal string in the mesoderm, at 5 weeks begins to turn into a groove that borders the neural tube. There is a bookmark of the axial lines of the skeleton.
By the end of the fifth week, the baby already has the rudiments of the pens, which are more like small fins, he is actively developing the skin, in which tiny ears and eyes are laid.
Possible sensations at 5 weeks of pregnancy
One of the manifestations of 5 weeks of pregnancy is the onset of early toxicosis. It can have a different degree of severity, more or less significantly affecting the well-being and quality of life of a future mother. Many women, considering toxicosis a natural process, are not burdened by it and take it for granted. But if toxicosis greatly bothers a pregnant woman, then you should seek help from a doctor so as not to harm the process of laying the foundations of the future organism by taking any drugs on your own.
In the early stages of pregnancy, women often feel a craving for rapid urination, which can be observed throughout the entire period before delivery. Also, the expectant mother at this period may have increased appetite. Often, pregnant women complain of increased fatigue. If this happens, you should often relax and take vitamins that your doctor will prescribe.
Some women in the 5th week of pregnancy may experience pain in the lower abdomen. They must be reported to the doctor, as they can accompany uterine hypertonicity, which can lead to miscarriage.
Necessary actions
As soon as a woman suspects that she is pregnant, she should immediately take care of good medical care. Typically, such suspicions visit her just at 5 weeks, and they are associated with a lack of menstruation, or, as they say, with a delay. To confirm pregnancy, you should buy a test or consult a doctor. The doctor at this time can prescribe tests for the woman to determine the level of the hormone progesterone, which is necessary for the expectant mother to successfully carry the baby.
General recommendations
Since during this period the baby's body develops rapidly, the mother should seriously take care of her well-being and nutrition. In order for her body to receive the required amount of vitamin B (especially folic acid), the pregnant diet should contain a sufficient amount of bananas, avocados, dark green leafy vegetables, cabbage and beets, baked potatoes. A woman should often walk in the fresh air, take walks and avoid negative emotions.
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