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First trimester weeks

Congrats! During the first trimester, you’re getting used to the idea of being pregnant.

Second trimester weeks

As you enter this second trimester, your body will settle down to pregnancy.

Third trimester weeks

You've reached the third and final trimester and will be heavily pregnant by now.

  • Week 12 of Pregnancy
    Pregnancy

    The dating scan is reassuring because it's an opportunity for your baby's progress and development to be thoroughly checked.

  • Week 12 of Pregnancy
    Pregnancy

    You're now 11 weeks and 3 days into your pregnancy. A few interesting things will start to happen, so click here to find out more.

  • Week 12 of Pregnancy
    Pregnancy

    At around 12 weeks, the doctor might be able to hear your baby's heartbeat with a handheld monitor.

  • Week 12 of Pregnancy
    Pregnancy

    Having your first scan this week and knowing your risk of miscarriage is reduced now, should mean you can start to relax.

  • Week 12 of Pregnancy
    Pregnancy

    If you're finding you're out of breath when you get to the top of the stairs, accept this as a normal side effect of pregnancy.

  • Week 12 of Pregnancy
    Pregnancy

    You've reached the end of the first trimester and in this time your baby has developed from a ball of cells to an active fetus.

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