Week 7 | Week By Week | Fetal Development

7 weeks
Your baby has doubled in size since last week, but still has a tail, which will soon disappear. Little hands and feet that look more like paddles are emerging from the developing arms and legs.

Baby’s Development

Your baby is growing rapidly in the seventh week, and is close to the size of a blueberry, or up to 13mm in length. The facial features are really beginning to come into focus, as the mouth and tongue are forming.

The eyes begin to form too, and the retina and lens have attached themselves. During this week your baby is developing its own blood type. The muscles, bones, and organs continue to grow, and the intestines and appendix are fully formed.

The liver has begun to produce red blood cells. Your baby’s toes and fingers can be seen in an ultrasound. The teeth and the tongue are forming inside the mouth too, although they are not yet visible.

And

Talk to your doctor, and if you don’t have one, get one. Make sure you’re taking in the correct foods, medications, and nutrients. It is especially important to take a prenatal vitamin with folic acid.

Everything you put in your mouth from this week on has a significant effect on your baby. It may also be a good idea to look into a support group at this point, as your hormones will continue to rage.

Having others around who understand and know what you’re going through is good for a mother’s soul.

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