![]() You may also be gaining a little weight, however most weight-gain occurs during your second and third trimesters. Your uterus is swelling to accommodate the growing fetus and you may even be able to feel a slight bulge just above your pubic bone. In addition to this, tooth buds are continuing to form under the gums Your Body and Symptoms ![]() Now that the vital organs and major body parts are formed, smaller features such as fingernails and even hair begin to appear. In addition to this, nerves are spreading outwards from the spinal cord, enhancing the complexity of the central nervous system. Testosterone is also being produced in the testes – if the fetus is a boy. The liver, kidneys, lungs and intestines are now fully formed and functional and digestive juices and urine are now being produced. You will probably not be able to feel this movement until approximately 16 weeks although this may be slightly earlier if it is not your first pregnancy. Your baby is now able to swallow fluid and is able to move all his or her limbs. ![]() The fetus typically measures between 3.2cm and 4.3cm at this stage of pregnancy and weighs approximately 5.7g. Your baby is very busy, even if you haven’t noticed much growth with your own tummy your baby has grown rapidly. It’s also not far from the second trimester which is when the threat of miscarriage can decrease dramatically and if you’re waiting until week 12 to tell your friends and family, the end is in sight. As long as everything is going to plan you may be getting used to the feeling of being pregnant. Week 10 is a very exciting time in your pregnancy journey.
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