7 Weeks

This last week has been horrible. The only time i dont feel like puking my guts out is when im asleep. So i have been trying to do alot of that lately. My mom has been great with letting me go to her house while Zach is at work and she has been helping me alot with Erica. Its been hard to not be able to play with her that much. but it seems everytime i stand up, i start to feel so sick. I havent had much of an appetite lately because my stomach is always hurting. So if i eat, its just a few bites. Im still way tired and cant seem to stay awake for more than 7 hours. which makes it hard for when im at work because i work 10 hour shifts. Those are really the only syptoms i have right now. Now i just need the next 33 weeks to go by fast :)

Week 7: Welcome to the hormonal rollercoaster!

Fetal development in pregnancy week 7:embryo in second month


Your baby is really beginning to develop more physical definition this week – their oversized head isn’t just large and oblong anymore, it’s actually a little bit pointy. The tiny receding tail bud is now starting to be overshadowed by the growth of their legs, which are now complete with knees and the beginnings of toes. Their eyes and ears are the most visible features on their head and their miniature bones are starting to harden throughout their body. You also have some variation on a boy or a girl at this point, although their genitals won’t be visible enough to determine which color cigars you’re going to buy until around the 16th week.

And how's mom doing? Your hormones are still out of whack because the placenta won’t take over hormone production for your little one for another couple of weeks. So until then, expect more of the same. At this point any close family or friends have undoubtedly noticed you’re a little more moody and/or irritable than it’s always worth the time and effort to explain to yourself and others the reason for your current emotional rollercoaster; you don’t have to be a monster just because you feel a little whacked out usual. And there are probably times where you’re ready to tell the world off (maybe you already have), but it’s always worth the time and effort to explain to yourself and others the reason for your current emotional rollercoaster; you don’t have to be a monster just because you feel a little whacked out. Focus on your breathing and energy levels. Take naps if you feel fatigued but don't forget the stress-reducing benefits of long walks outside for fresh air and exercise. Sit down if you start to feel nauseous, and take the time to eat healthy vitamin-rich foods when you’re hungry. Even though there’s no bi-weekly paycheck or boss, pregnancy is harder work than you might think and you need lots of positive physical and emotional energy to provide your baby with the safest strongest home possible.