Stages of pregnancy

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Birth

Third trimester

Other common symptoms include swelling of legs and feet, varicose veins, and increased blood flow and pressure

The baby’s growth leads to increased abdominal size, which may cause backaches, heartburn, shortness of breath.

Healthy weight or underweight:gain 1 pound per week Overweight:gain 1/2 pound per week

Week 27-40

Second trimester

Physical changes include a growing belly and larger breasts as the uterus expands.

Healthy weight or underweight:gain 1 pound per week Overweight:gain 1/2 pound per week.

Many women experience reduced nausea and increased energy.

Week 13-26

First trimester

The uterus starts expanding, but noticeable belly growth is usually minimal in this phase.

Early pregnancy symptoms like nausea, fatigue, and breast tenderness are common.

Need to gain only 1-4 pounds

Week 1-12