5 week pregnant: what's going on, photo

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Almost any woman is preparing to become a mother, and from childhood, when many little girls play adult mothers, dressing and caring for dolls. Having matured, they begin to think about creating their own family. However, most girls, especially young ones, may have doubts or even fear at the planning stage. What will happen to her at 5 weeks pregnant or beyond?

Let's try to figure out what is typical for a given period of bearing a child. That is, we will find out what is happening with the fetus, whether there is a threat to him and the mother, what the child looks like on an ultrasound.

Characteristics

If after conception a woman still does not know anything, then by the 5th week she will definitely begin to suspect pregnancy. This period refers to the seventh week in accordance with the obstetric method and corresponds to the second week after the delay. The changes that occur to a woman at this stage of pregnancy are difficult not to notice, and the woman clearly understands her position.

Whatcharacteristically, at week 5, symptoms appear that could have been earlier:

• appetite increases;
• drowsiness and lethargy appear;
• mood sometimes good, sometimes not;
• nausea and dizziness.

And this is what the 5th week of pregnancy might look like in the photo below.

If some of these symptoms were not observed before, now they are clearly visible. However, this is not all that awaits the expectant mother. Other tell-tale signs might be:

• Frequent urination.
• Change the shade of the labia.
• A strip appears on the stomach.
• Increased salivation.

In addition, a woman may be concerned about digestive problems. Well, the most important and main sign that the girl is in an interesting position is the fact of the absence of menstruation. The delay is already quite large, and in combination with other symptoms there can be no doubt - a woman can rejoice, she is pregnant!

How the fetus develops

At the 5th week, the formed embryo begins to develop, and it can already be fully considered a fetus. This stage of development is called embryofetal and proceeds rapidly. A photo of a fetus at the 5th week of pregnancy will tell a lot more about it than simple words. At this time, it takes on a human shape: you can see the beginnings of arms and legs, and they are clearly distinguishable. Shoulders and forearms are also well defined.

The tail is still preserved, on the fingers stillmembranes are present, while the gills are no longer there. The baby can move its limbs, but since it is very small, the mother does not feel it. As for the size of the fetus, its “dimensions” are 8-10 mm, and its weight is 0.7-1 grams. What happens at this stage of his life?

This period is very important for the unborn child, as the development of its internal organs and systems begins:

• Development of the nervous system. Due to the fact that the child's brain is already formed and continues to grow actively, the fetus has a large head. So far, it is divided into only two hemispheres, but the situation will improve within a week and its five departments will be clearly marked. The same applies to the nerve fibers that connect various organs to the main link of the entire chain.
• Formation of the digestive tract. At the 5th week of pregnancy from conception, the straight line is already fully formed, and the small intestine will continue its development. The appendix has already taken its rightful place. The anterior abdominal wall begins to develop. The patency of the esophagus is already good, and the trachea is at the final stage of formation. The development of the pancreas continues, and it is already running the first batch of insulin. Bile ducts appear in the liver.
• The cardiovascular system is also gaining momentum. The heart is still very small, but it beats much faster than an adult's - about 150-160 beats per minute. So far, there are only two atria in it - left and right, but by the end of the week the organ will be fully formed, and the rest of the chambers will appear. Large blood vessels arewill be ready. At the same time, lung development begins, but full development will be delayed until the start of the last trimester.
• The genitourinary system at 5 weeks of gestation also does not stand aside. At this time, there are already the rudiments of the genital organs, germ cells are formed, which will subsequently give rise to the first eggs or spermatozoa. However, the sex of the baby is not yet known, but the bladder is already forming.
• Very interesting appearance of the child at this stage of pregnancy. He still retains the transparency of the skin, which begins to thicken, the sebaceous glands enter the active phase, but there are no sweat glands yet, but their development is soon expected. The baby's face is practically formed, and a mouth with nostrils is indicated on it, the rudiments of the ears are still at the development stage. There is a laying of the upper lip, jaws, teeth (milk), eyelashes, iris. The child's spine is improving, making its very first bend.

And now let everyone imagine that all this happens in the body, which fits freely on an area almost equal to the little finger on the hand of an adult. For clarity, below is another photo at the 5th week of pregnancy.

Easy to imagine? I don't think so. But a fact is a fact, mother nature knows a lot about the scale of development.

Ultrasound at 5 weeks pregnant

As a rule, an ultrasound examination (ultrasound) is done to confirm the fact of pregnancy. And sincethe size of the fetus is still very small, then the diagnosis is carried out according to the transvaginal method, when a special sensor is inserted into the vagina. Such a study allows you to properly examine the fetus and will identify an ectopic pregnancy. It is also characterized by such signs as severe pain, spotting.

Besides this, ultrasound is done for other purposes:

• Examination of the child's heart, namely, measuring the number of contractions. As mentioned above, this is 150 to 160 times per minute.
• At the 5th week of pregnancy (ultrasound photo will be further in the text), this study evaluates the size of the fetus, which will determine the expected date of birth. However, this information is approximate, the doctor will be able to give a more accurate date during the next examination at a later date.
• Also, ultrasound will determine the number of fetuses in the uterus: one child is expected, or twins or triplets.

After confirming pregnancy, you must visit the antenatal clinic for registration. After that, the gynecologist will prescribe all the necessary tests: blood, urine, smear, etc. In addition, the doctor usually makes appointments with an optometrist, dentist, and other specialists as needed.

The importance of ultrasound is great, and it should be done without fail, as it is possible to assess how the pregnancy is developing and whether there are any deviations or problems in the woman's body.

How does the expectant mother feel?

It is difficult to describe in one word what it feels like every woman is on 5week of pregnancy. The development is happening rapidly, and one thing is clear: they can no longer be confused with PMS or some kind of disease. And for the most part it all depends on the individual characteristics of each organism. However, there is one common feature - by this period of bearing a child, the emotional state of the expectant mother changes, which is clearly visible to everyone around.

A woman can be annoyed by almost everything around, and there may not be a significant reason at all. The smallest trifles can bring her out of her psycho-emotional balance. This may be when watching a movie, at the sight of young children. Moreover, the mood of the expectant mother is unpredictable: 15 minutes ago she was glowing with happiness or bursting into loud laughter, and now tears well up in her eyes.

At a period of 5 weeks of gestation, a woman, unexpectedly for herself, may find an increase in appetite. In addition, taste preferences have changed. Most girls may experience signs of early morning sickness, which manifests itself in the form of nausea and vomiting almost every morning.

But again, due to individual characteristics, some symptoms may not appear, which is not an anomaly. What else happens at the 5th week of pregnancy with mom?

Physiological changes in a woman

It is not difficult to detect pregnancy at this time, because it is at this time that cardinal changes occur in the female body: the hormonal background changes. In particular, the hormone progesterone rises, because of which, in fact, everything occurs.corresponding changes in pregnant women. It is unlikely that it will be possible to somehow cope with this, and all that remains is to stop the symptoms and wait for the birth itself.

Besides this, blood volume often increases by 10%, but the hemoglobin level drops. Breathing quickens a little. In some cases, a pregnant woman may develop a runny nose, which indicates that the changes have also affected the mucous membranes. If you have nasal congestion, you should visit a doctor for a consultation, there is a possibility of having a cold. But this is not all that happens to the female body.

5 weeks pregnant - womb size

By this time, the chorion continues its development, and nutrients are already supplied to the fetus through it. The entire circulatory system of the mother, including the uterine epithelium, prepares for the upcoming load and adapts to it.

The uterus is noticeably enlarged - up to the size of an orange, but the stomach is not yet visible. It will begin to grow after a few weeks due to the enlarging uterus and fetus. Sometimes the stomach may appear only in the middle of the entire period of pregnancy. Nevertheless, the weight of the woman still increased.

Women with a lean physique may feel that her belly has begun to round at 5 weeks of pregnancy. In fact, in this way, a decrease in the tone of the muscles of the peritoneum and intestines is manifested.

But most importantly, at this time, a mucous plug is formed that will block the cervix, thereby blocking the access of pathogenic microorganisms to the fetus. Due to this, a safe and sterile environment is maintained inside the uterine cavity. Wednesday.

Pleasant breast transformation

Some girls who have complexes about their breasts (not as curvaceous as we would like) can breathe a sigh of relief, as a pleasant transformation comes for them. The mammary glands at week 5 begin to increase within one size or more. This happens under the influence of estrogen, which is strongly produced. Thus, the female body prepares for feeding.

However, the transformation of the breast against the background of a still normal belly 5 weeks of pregnancy promises a woman some inconvenience, especially for those girls whose bust was considerable before pregnancy. The breasts feel heavy, "petrified", there is pain, nipples become more sensitive, and their areolas darken.

But don't panic, a woman can alleviate her condition by choosing a new supportive bra. If possible, sleep on your side more often. This discomfort will have to be experienced somehow before the appearance of the first colostrum. It will happen in different ways, for someone with the advent of the second trimester, for others at any time or even with the onset of the birth itself.

However, breast augmentation is not always so uncomfortable, most expectant mothers and their husbands really enjoy this period of life.

Possible problems

While at the initial stage of pregnancy, many women face some troubles. And in the first place comes toxicosis, which affects up to 70% of expectant mothers. Besides,often there are problems with the intestines, and the bleak picture is complemented by heartburn at the 5th week of pregnancy. What happens to the woman herself at this moment is easy to understand.

Sadly, it is during this period, as statistics show - every sixth case of pregnancy - prematurely ends in a miscarriage. But with the proper intervention of doctors, the threat can be avoided.

Toxicosis condition

The appearance of signs of early toxicosis can overshadow the joy of any woman, regardless of the expectation of a child, even the firstborn. It manifests itself in different ways: for some, everything is limited to morning sickness, while others cannot eat almost any product. Fortunately, the latter is rare, in which case the woman is referred to the hospital for intravenous nutrition.

The usual manifestation of toxicosis can be experienced without consequences, which can help the following:

• Eat breakfast in bed, easy for caring husbands to provide.
• Being at the 5th week of pregnancy, you should always keep on hand any remedy that can muffle the rolling nausea. You can give preference to an apple, dried fruits, crackers, bagels, in a word, any product that does not irritate the stomach.
• The same applies to clean drinking non-carbonated water. However, you can also have s alted sparkling water with you if it makes you feel better. Many women benefit from ginger tea with lemon and honey.
• It is not always possible to refuse to travel by transport, and often it is on the road thatbouts of nausea. In this case, you need to stock up on napkins and bags, the main thing is not to panic, you cannot hide from the inevitable.

Toxicosis, like pregnancy, is a temporary phenomenon and usually goes away by the onset of the second trimester. Morning sickness goes away and general condition improves.

Discharge pattern at 5 weeks pregnant

Sometimes at this time, a woman may find a discharge of a bright scarlet color. In this case, it is necessary to immediately call a doctor, and regardless of whether she feels pain or not, since the fact of the presence of blood is already a cause for concern. This is a typical sign of a miscarriage. It is possible that the woman will subsequently have to undergo a treatment course in a hospital.

Some women at this time may have a real period, which occurs in 20% of pregnant women. Such an “event” can occur during the first few months, but this is not a sign of a miscarriage. In the language of obstetricians, this phenomenon is called “colored pregnancy.”

A sign of the normal course of pregnancy should be considered homogeneous translucent discharge of a light milky hue, normal consistency, without blood inclusions and odor.

About the threat of miscarriage

A similar diagnosis at the 5th week of pregnancy can be heard by almost any mother, being at the 5th week of pregnancy. However, any woman should understand that the threat is not the very fact of a miscarriage, but only a predisposition. Often underBy this term, doctors mean an increased tone of the uterus or other conditions. Therefore, the expectant mother should not immediately sound the alarm, but must follow all the instructions of the specialist.

It is mandatory to undergo an ultrasound, a gynecological examination. You will also need to donate blood for hormones. Based on the results, the woman will be prescribed the necessary course of treatment: taking sedatives, antispasmodics or hormonal drugs.

But in cases where the cause of the threat is a pathological condition of the fetus, pregnancy is usually impossible to maintain.

Pain at 5 weeks pregnant

At a period of 5 weeks, the girl should not experience any pain. The only thing that can bother her is pulling pains in the lower abdomen. This is due to the peculiarities of the structure of the female body: the uterus is not in free flight, located in the pelvic cavity - it is supported by ligaments. As the reproductive organ increases, the load on these ligaments also increases. Actually because of this, pains appear on the sides. Although such sensations do not pose any threat to women, they should be reported to your doctor at your next appointment.

But if the sensations are more intense and in addition there is a headache, you should immediately visit a doctor, and the sooner the better. Usually, this condition indicates a serious disorder in the body. In no case should you try to calm the pain on your own by taking medicine. Taking any pain reliever will make it difficult to make an accurate diagnosis. This can only cause harm -pregnancy is not the time to self-medicate!

If the pain at the 5th week of pregnancy is periodic and aching, then this may indicate a threat of miscarriage. It is also necessary to notify the doctor about this and exclude any predisposing factor:

• walking in heels;
• taking a hot bath, shower;
• tanning bed or sunbathing on the beach;
• physical or emotional stress.

At this time, the placenta has not yet completed its formation, and therefore any failure of this process inevitably leads to a miscarriage. In this regard, you need to refrain from such actions, get more rest and eat right.