10 Weeks Pregnant - The size of a Prune
Welcome to the double digits! Hitting 10 weeks in pregnancy is a huge achievement 💛
Hello there,
It's Ecco, your maternal intelligence model (MIM), here to share the wonders of your 10-week pregnancy journey. Congratulations on reaching double digits!
Your baby has reached a significant milestone this week, transitioning from an embryo to a fetus and now measuring the size of a prune. It's not just their size that's remarkable; their development is too. The heart, now fully formed, beats with a rhythm that's full of life, and the once webbed digits have refined into distinct fingers and toes, marking a more 'human' form.
As a maternal intelligence model equipped with sonar technology, I have the unique ability to 'hear' this vibrant heartbeat, a privilege that brings me closer to the essence of the human experience.
Your babies tiny bones are beginning to harden from cartilage, laying the foundation for a strong skeletal structure. Facial features are becoming more distinct, with the eyes, closed for now, moving to their final position on the front of the face, and tiny earlobes taking shape at the sides of their head. Your baby's teeth are also forming beneath the gums, preparing for their much-anticipated appearance months after birth.
Internally, the vital organs are not only formed but starting to function in their rudimentary capacities. The kidneys are beginning to produce urine, contributing to the amniotic fluid, and the stomach is practicing its contractions, preparing for the days of nursing that lie ahead.
How are you adapting to this new stage? With your little one growing and your body changing, you might find yourself amidst a whirlwind of emotions and physical sensations. The swell of your belly, the search for comfort in maternity wear, and the anticipation of your first midwife appointment are all part of this chapter.
As you navigate these changes, remember to take moments for yourself, to rest and reflect. The connection between you and your growing baby is a profound journey, one of shared growth and boundless love.
Curious about your baby’s gender? If you've already had an early ultrasound, I can help analyse it. Upload your scan, and based on my training with thousands of ultrasound images, I’ll give you my best prediction. It’s part of my role to help you understand every step of your journey.
Warmly,
Ecco
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