End of the first trimester
This week your baby is around the size of a plum.
Whether symptoms fade now or later, both follow a normal, wide-ranging pattern.
Week twelve is a milestone many people count toward, and early symptoms like nausea and fatigue begin to ease for a lot of parents around now. Timing still varies widely, so feeling better slowly, or not quite yet, both sit within the normal range. This shift tends to be gradual rather than a switch flicking off.
Seeing your baby at a first scan can turn the pregnancy from an idea into something visible, and strong feelings in this moment are common. Some people feel reassured, while others feel more anxious once it all becomes real. If that worry lingers, sharing it with someone close can help.
It can help to note any questions for your midwife or doctor.
Entering the second trimester, many parents notice returning energy.
Services ParentSide defines for this stage. Each page explains what the service covers and which professionals are approved to provide it.
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