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Your baby at 10 weeks
This week marks the end of the embryonic period – your baby is now called a fetus. The vital organs are formed; tooth buds are appearing under the gums, and nails are starting to grow. Bones and cartilage are forming, and the knees and elbows can bend.
Your body at 10 weeks
Round ligaments supporting your uterus are stretching. You may feel emotional ups and downs as hormones continue to surge.
Common symptoms this week
- Mood changes
- Mild abdominal stretching
- Nausea
Tips & to-do list
- Gentle exercise such as walking and prenatal yoga is good for most pregnancies – check with your doctor.
- Practise food safety: pasteurised milk, well-cooked eggs and meat, and thoroughly washed vegetables.
- Stay hydrated, especially in hot weather.
Check-ups and tests around this week
- First antenatal visit, pregnancy registration and routine blood & urine tests
- NT scan + double marker test (11w 0d – 13w 6d)
Week 10 at a glance
| At 10 weeks | |
|---|---|
| Trimester | First trimester |
| Pregnancy month | Month 3 of 9 |
| Weeks to due date | 30 weeks |
| Days pregnant | 70–76 days |
| Progress | 25% of 40 weeks |
When to call your doctor
Contact your doctor or go to hospital straight away if you notice:
- Heavy vaginal bleeding or passing clots
- Severe or one-sided abdominal pain, shoulder-tip pain or fainting (possible ectopic pregnancy)
- Vomiting so severe you can’t keep fluids down
- Fever above 38 °C or burning urination
Questions about 10 weeks pregnant
How many months is 10 weeks pregnant?
10 weeks pregnant falls in month 3 of pregnancy, in the first trimester. For medical purposes, weeks and days are more precise than months.
How big is my baby at 10 weeks?
At 10 weeks your baby is about the size of a strawberry – roughly ~3.1 cm long and weighing about ~4 g.
Is it normal to have no symptoms at 10 weeks?
Yes. Every pregnancy is different, and symptoms come and go. Feeling well is not a sign that something is wrong. If you have concerns, or notice any warning signs listed on this page, contact your doctor.
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Medical disclaimer: The results and information on this page are estimates for general education only. They are not a diagnosis and do not replace advice from your gynaecologist, obstetrician or midwife. If you have pain, bleeding, reduced baby movements or feel unwell, contact your doctor or call 108 immediately. Read the full disclaimer.