Early changes
This week your baby is around the size of a lentil.
Morning sickness comes and goes differently for everyone, and often eases later on.
Around six weeks, nausea and a heightened sense of smell are among the most common early symptoms, and the two often go together since strong smells can set off queasiness. It's widely called morning sickness, but for many it isn't limited to mornings. For most people it eases as the first trimester goes on, though the timing varies a lot.
Coping with nausea and tiredness while your pregnancy is still invisible to everyone else can feel isolating, and this can be an emotionally stressful stretch. Some people notice anxiety or low mood alongside the physical symptoms. Some find that talking with someone close helps lighten it.
Small, frequent snacks and rest help some parents through early queasiness.
Symptoms often build a little more over the next few weeks before settling.
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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