Finding a rhythm
This week your baby is around the size of a peach.
Twinges as your body stretches are common and usually nothing to worry about.
As your womb grows, the ligaments that support it soften and stretch, which can put strain on your lower back and pelvis and cause brief pulling sensations low in the abdomen or sides. These are often called round-ligament twinges and usually pass quickly. Putting your feet up and resting can help ease them.
For many people the middle weeks bring more energy and less queasiness as early-pregnancy symptoms fade. This is one of the more comfortable phases of pregnancy for a lot of parents. Everyone's timing differs, though, so a slower change is normal too.
Doing what feels right for you, at your pace, is enough.
Your baby is already kicking around in there — though you probably won't feel it for a few more weeks.
Services ParentSide defines for this stage. Each page explains what the service covers and which professionals are approved to provide it.
