9th week of pregnancy: what happens to the baby and mom - Lifehacker

The embryo is now called a fetus. All his organs are formed, his tail has disappeared, and cartilage is turning into bones.

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Yulia Shevchenko

Obstetrician-gynecologist and journalist.

What does your child look like?

It is about the size of a small strawberry. His length from the coccyx to the crown - 22 mm.

The head is very large, and the chin is disproportionately small. The eyes increase in size, they are already covered with eyelids. The mouth, tongue, and taste buds are finally formed.

At this stage, all internal organs are actively developing and the beginnings of bones appear, muscles grow. Already distinguishable elbows, and on the feet there are fingers. The child begins to move, but the mother does not feel it yet.

Things to remember at this stage

• Some women experience increased malaise, nausea, and weakness. The fact is that at the 9th week, the level of hCG reaches peak. Then it will drop a little.
• Mood swings are possible. Scientists associate them with high levels of hormones. At this time, it is better to rest more and not refuse the help of others.
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• Some women notice that the face becomes smooth and radiant, and the hair grows faster and looks thicker. But some pregnant women, on the contrary, develop severe acne, which cannot be eliminated with the help of cosmetics.