5 week of pregnancy

The 5th week of pregnancy can pass almost without changes in a woman's life. Many sensations and clear signs of pregnancy are yet to come. Or vice versa, they begin to show themselves. But the embryo is developing at an unprecedented rate. The time is coming when the expectant mother and baby will especially need care.

Term calculation methods

In medical practice, the obstetric method of counting is adopted, from the first day of the last menstruation. An alternative method, the embryonic one is “late” in determining the term for two weeks, because it is considered from the middle of the cycle.

Some expectant mothers determine the period from the delay of menstruation. But it is rather a period of awareness. And therefore we consider weeks on a par with doctors - it will be more convenient.

If there is a 5th week from conception, then this is the 7th obstetric week. The fifth week from the delay is 9th from a medical point of view.

We read: Details on calculating gestational age.

5th week: how to find out what is happening?

In the fifth obstetric week, something important can happen. Right now, a woman can find out about her new condition. There is a delay in menstruation, and the most impatient ones listen to themselves and arrange various checks.

Pregnancy test

Finally, you can use the pharmacy test! Some of them are designed to be used even on the eve of a delay in menstruation, but the result is not always accurate. But now everything will be according to the instructions. There are several nuances.

• The most complete result will give a morning check.
• Do not “hypnotize” the test by sitting in the toilet. Put the “stick" in the box and wait a while. There were cases when the second strip did not appear immediately.
• Even modern tests can be wrong. For complete confidence, it is recommended to repeat the test another 1-2 times with an interval of 1-2 days.

Ultrasound scan

This study is desirable to do soon after the “two stripes” in three cases:

• a miscarriage occurred in a previous pregnancy;
• a woman has previously been diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy;
• the expectant mother feels sharp abdominal pain or spotted bloody or brown discharge.

What will a specialist see?

Scanning will show the presence / absence of inflammatory processes in the woman, the general readiness of the uterus and the place of attachment of the embryo (after all, pregnancy can be an ectopic). At the end of the fifth week, it is even possible to hear the strokes of the nascent heart. The embryo itself in most cases will look like a bright dot. And if the pregnancy is multiple? Most likely, this will also become clear!

HCG blood count

This study will fully confirm the onset of pregnancy. However, if the level of hCG in the blood first increases, and then decreases again, this signals an ectopic embryo fixation.

A clear sign of pregnancy or? ..

Rumors, gossip and the Internet are rich sources of all kinds of information, sometimes fantastic. For example, there is such a “check”: you need to lie on your stomach on the table. If, at the same time, there is a “pulse” in the abdomen, then pregnancy has come.

We will make a reservation right away: on a solid period of pregnancy, there really is a ripple on the surface of the tummy. It coincides with the beating of the mother’s heart and is explained by a strong, powerful blood flow.

However, from furniture in the early definition of pregnancy, only a gynecological chair or couch of an ultrasound specialist will help. Lying on the home table does not belong to the types of diagnostics.

What does the expectant mother feel?

The feelings of a pregnant woman at the 5th obstetric week can be described as follows: a lot of everything or nothing. Now everything to the limit is individual.

Emotions

Typical emotional feelings may be:

• for any reason irritability sets in, as if everyone around them had conspired to cause trouble;
• any little thing can cause tears (joy or sorrow): a film, a baby in a stroller, and so on;
• mood is constantly and unpredictably changing.

Woman body

And physical sensations sometimes do not lag behind:

• constantly want to sleep;
• hard to concentrate;
• every now and then fatigue rolls over;
• chest as if poured;
• the first signs of toxicosis appear (about them in detail - a little lower).

A phenomenon such as a runny nose of pregnant women or increased salivation may also appear. This indicates a change in the state of some mucous membranes. With a stuffy nose, you need to check if there is a cold. If there are no alarming symptoms, then the increased secretion of the mucous membranes will simply have to endure.

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If the expectant mother planned the conception, these signs will help to understand: everything turned out! In other cases, a woman may still not think about her new condition. Especially often this happens with an unstable or elongated menstrual cycle.

As for the "pregnant tummy", then for a period of five weeks it is still far away. But a slight increase in weight or its slight loss is quite possible.

Objective symptoms

At the end of the fifth week, an experienced gynecologist, when examining a woman, will already be able to confirm pregnancy. Now the main symptoms for a specialist are a delay in menstruation and a noticeable increase in the uterus. Of course, if there are still no ultrasound data, a pregnancy test or an analysis of the level of hCG.

The woman herself can note two interesting phenomena. Their cause is hormonal restructuring of the body. Firstly, her nipples may darken slightly. Secondly, a thin strip on the stomach, which runs from the navel to the pubis, appears a little more clearly. However, on a tanned skin this “thread” may not be noticed.

How is the development of the fetus?

If the gestational age is 5 weeks, then we are talking about the embryo. He has already gone through some stages of his development:

• zygotes (the only cell that divides quickly);
• morula (the embryo is like a lump of cells);
• blastocysts (microscopic resemblance of a vesicle).

Your baby is like

Rapid cell division continues. By the end of the fifth week, the size of the future fetus can reach 1.5 mm, and its weight will be about 1 g.

A fetal egg contains a real miracle within itself. This is a tiny body on which tubercles are already visible in place of the head, limbs and even fingers. Pits appear at the site of the ears, an oral gap is observed, as well as the eyes. Now, the formation and development of blood vessels continues in full swing. The future baby already has its own blood type!

Since last week the baby was already “determined” with sex, at the 5th obstetric week there is a laying of special germ cells - future sperm and ova. What else is formed in the embryo?

• The skin thickens and becomes bilayer.
• The airways and food tube are separated.
• The formation of the thyroid gland begins.
• The neural tube is preparing to become tissue of the spine and spinal cord.
• “Starts” the formation of urinary and intestinal systems.

And another important process originates in the fifth week: the formation of the placenta. Through the child's place and the umbilical cord, the unborn child will receive nutrients through the mother’s blood until the birth and get rid of decay products.

At the end of the fifth week, the heart of the future baby begins to beat. At first, his blows are uneven, as if it checks the strength. But very soon this tiny organ will work at full strength.

Watch a video about the development of the fetus at 5-6 weeks:

Toxicosis of pregnant women

Even for short periods, many expectant mothers face toxicosis of pregnant women. This is not a disease, but a special condition. It shows that the body is trying to enter a new regime.

Nausea is the most common symptom. Often, it leads to vomiting. On the one hand, it becomes easier for a while. On the other hand, the expectant mother at this time may be at work or in public transport.

In the morning it is advisable to have breakfast before getting out of bed. If for some reason there is nobody to serve breakfast, you can put next to the bed a bottle of water (fruit drink, juice) or a thermos with tea, as well as an apple, banana or other fruits or vegetables. After eating, do not immediately jump up, it is better to allow yourself a few minutes of rest.

In case of troubles in public transport, it’s useful to carry a drink or product to combat nausea. It can be a favorite fruit, a piece of cheese or cookies. And in the most extreme case - a paper or plastic bag, as well as napkins. After all, it is not always possible to jump out of a subway car, bus or minibus.

The issue of food with toxicosis is also a special phenomenon. The expectant mother may suddenly lose her beloved salad, but salted fish will become the best food in the world. But this is not so bad. And if a woman wakes up at night and realizes that without a handful of strawberries, life makes no sense? Well, if close by - a trained and dedicated husband and a 24-hour supermarket. If not, there is only one way out - to be distracted. You can take up some kind of hobby, “get into” social networks and various online forums, or examine the refrigerator for a substitute for food passion.

Sensitivity to smells often becomes no less trouble. At this time, it is better to abandon trips to perfume boutiques and bypass household departments and showcases of finished products in supermarkets. It is impossible to predict what kind of aroma will cause the expectant mother to suffer.

Regardless of the type of toxicosis, there are several basic recommendations.

• Remember that this is not forever. It will take several weeks and the current problems will go away;
• Explain to your husband / partner, children and other household members what toxicosis of pregnant women is;
• Give yourself joy. Buy new earrings or another jewelry, a blouse (because the tummy will not appear tomorrow), a book.

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Cause for alarm

You need to visit a specialist in another case, if the vaginal discharge does not contain traces of blood, but at the same time they:

• plentiful;
• look like cottage cheese;
• bright yellow;
• have an unpleasant smell.

You should not independently analyze your condition and self-medicate. Expectant mother and baby need real medical help.

It’s still so far from childbirth, and a tiny creature inside the mother is already in wait for many dangers. Unfortunately, pregnancy complications are possible at 5 weeks.

Frozen pregnancy

It happens that the development of the embryo stops. In some cases, the uterus does not reject the ovum. This condition is called pregnancy fading. It can pass without symptoms or with slight brown discharge from the vagina. Measures to confirm a missed pregnancy and removal of the ovum are taken only by a doctor.

Miscarriage

Gynecologists name the fifth obstetric week among the most dangerous in terms of spontaneous abortion. A miscarriage can have several reasons that are not dependent on the woman:

• hormonal disorders;
• embryo genetic defects;
• overreaction of the immune system;
• infections (rubella, measles, flu, herpes);
• chronic diseases of internal organs.

However sad this may sound, in some cases, termination of pregnancy is a blessing. If the woman’s body had not been defended in this way, some pathologies would lead to the birth of non-viable children or complete disabilities.

However, there are other negative factors that could have been avoided:

• stressful conditions;
• lifting and carrying heavy loads;
• severe overheating as a result of visiting the bath, sauna, beach;
• abuse of drugs and vitamins;
• rough, aggressive sex;
• previous abortions.

It is important for an expectant mother to be responsible. Otherwise, the little man will never be born.

Abortion

Termination of pregnancy can be arbitrary. If pregnancy is completely unacceptable, there should be high-quality and reliable contraception. Unfortunately, many teenagers and often even adults approach the issue of preventive measures very casually. There are those who believe that abortion is nonsense, a trifling operation, after which the woman very soon “gets up and goes further”.

Intervention in nature and the human body, especially women, is not trifling. The most likely consequences of an abortion:

• guilt;
• emotional instability;
• stress - from minor to severe;
• discomfort and abdominal pain;
• various disorders of health.

Any woman decides for herself whether to give birth or not. But this decision is made for two. It must be objective and responsible in all respects.

What else is important

The main recommendations for every expectant mother relate to three aspects: nutrition, health care and lifestyle.

Nutrition

1. There should be enough protein in the food of a pregnant woman. It will provide lean meat and fatty fish. Why should fish be oily? It contains important food acids.
2. Fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as dried fruits, should make up about a third of the total diet.
3. Sweet tooth should be preferred marshmallows, marmalade and pastille.
4. Porridge and dairy products are a must.
5. Various soda, chewing gums are prohibited.
6. Alcohol is strictly contraindicated for expectant mother. Since it is precisely in the fifth week that women often learn from pregnancy, now is the time to forget about alcohol.

Health

1. It's time to quit smoking. Sometimes it's hard to do right away. Nevertheless, the rejection of cigarettes should occur as quickly as possible. Passive smoking is also dangerous.
2. If you have a cat or dog at home, you need to entrust the care of them to one of the household. The most beloved “beast” may be the carrier of toxoplasmosis. This disease is very dangerous for the unborn baby.
3. Do not lift weights.
4. After confirming pregnancy with a test, you need to visit a doctor and take directions for blood and urine tests. Now you need to especially monitor your condition. In addition, the doctor will prescribe special drugs: vitamin and folic acid.

Lifestyle

• No need to start apartment renovation or actively participate in summer cottage farming. Excessive stress can lead to pregnancy complications.
• If the expectant mother works in difficult working conditions, the doctor must give a certificate of pregnancy. The employer must provide the pregnant employee with a workplace without harmful factors.
• Particularly important is good sleep and, if possible, rest during the day.
• If there is no threat of miscarriage or any unpleasant sensations, intimate life can remain at the same level. However, rough sex should be avoided. If during intercourse there is fear or discomfort, you must definitely warn the partner. A rare couple manages to completely avoid changes in the intimate sphere throughout pregnancy. Frankness between future parents will help to avoid complications: misunderstanding, quarrels and mutual insults.

Expectant mother needs to know a lot and have time. Then the fifth week of pregnancy will be “excellent”.

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