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BETTER MATERNITY Le HAPPENING INMOUR WOMB While you're adjusting to these bodily changes, there are many unseen things going on inside your womb. Between six and 12 days after conception, the fertilised egg travels down the fallopian tube and attaches to the uterine lining. It now has a recognisable human form. Embryonic development During the first few weeks, the embryo undergoes rapid cell division and differentiation. The embryo is initially a flat disc of cells that gradually develops into three distinct layers: the ectoderm, mesoderm and endoderm. These layers will eventually give rise to different organs and tissues in your baby’s body. Formation of major organs By the end of the first trimester, most of your child's major organs and structures have begun to form. This includes the neural tube, which develops into the brain and spinal cord, the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys and digestive system. Cla ett: 1 9 At around five to six weeks, baby's heart begins to beat. By the end of the first trimester, the heartbeat can usually be seen and heard on ultrasound, a happy moment for you! eT CCE LCR Clear BCG After four to eight weeks, the embryo starts to develop limb buds, which will eventually become arms and legs. Facial features such as eyes, ears and a mouth also begin to form. FREQUENT URINATION AND INCREASED VAGINAL DISCHARGE You may find yourself needing to urinate more frequently due to hormonal changes and increased blood flow to the kidneys. You may also notice an increase in vaginal discharge, which is typically thin, milky-white and odourless. Don't be concerned - this is nothing to worry about. DEVELOPMENT OF PLACENTA AND AMNIOTIC SAC The placenta, which nourishes your growing baby, begins to form early in the first trimester. It provides oxygen and nutrients to your baby, while removing waste products. At the same time, the amniotic sac, which surrounds and protects the embryo, starts to take shape. It’s filled with amniotic fluid, which cushions your baby and helps regulate body temperature. Overall, the first trimester is an important phase of your pregnancy, establishing the foundation for your baby’s growth. During this time, it’s essential for new moms to maintain a healthy diet, stay active and get plenty of rest. “I stayed as fit and healthy as possible,” says Helen, “and it made me feel so much better.” =
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