What a woman's body does during pregnancy is immense. He is able to let life grow. No wonder that it changes a bit and adapts to the circumstances.
Thoughts about the weight, the figure or other physical changes during pregnancy, nobody should do so. Most of them are really only temporary.
We reveal what happens to your body during pregnancy and what changes except chest, figure and hair.
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Belly & buttocks change
The growing baby bump is a wonderful thing for many expectant mothers. Because he shows everyone that life grows in them. In fact, not only the stomach grows. The buttocks also get a little larger. The reason for this is the required counterweight to the growing and also becoming more difficult. In addition, the tapes slowly stretch in the pool so that the baby has enough space.
First of all, such physical changes during pregnancy may be shocking, but don't worry: all of that is part of it. So that your downside remains nice and tight, it helps if you continue to do light sport. However, you should discuss this with your doctor. Otherwise you can also keep fit with long walks.
The hair is full
Most pregnant women are said to have this inner glow, even a real ray. The hormonal change in many women ensures that they get as great hair as if they were shampoo model. The reason: The increase in the hormone progesterone ensures that the hair change becomes slower and the hair stays on the head longer. There is no uncommon to a flowing mane.
But not only on the head the hair sprouts. By increasing the male hormone testosterone, it is possible that you will soon feel like the hairy Star Wars hero Chewbacca, because dark hair sprouts everywhere. Don't worry: that also passes. By the way, there is a deep, sexy voice for free.
Unfortunately, not every pregnant woman automatically gets the Mega Walle mane. In some pregnant women, the hair is anything but handsome. But don't despair either: try out a few new braided hairstyles on this occasion so that the blunt mat does not even attract attention. Or have a look here:
By the way: Many women suffer from hair loss after pregnancy! The hormones are of course to blame. It is permanentUsually not.
What actually happens in Mama's stomach?
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Ultrasound images of pregnancy: This is how the embryo develops
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1. Ultrasound in the 4th week of pregnancy:
The fertilized egg cell, which has the shape of a small bean of 3 mm in diameter, has just been nestled. A white border is visible around them, which later forms into a placenta. The rest of the picture shows the well -constructed endometrium (endometrium).
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Ultrasound in the 5th week of pregnancy:
The embryo is clearly recognizable as a black spot on the right in the picture.
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Ultrasound in the 6th week of pregnancy:
The amniotic sac (black) is easy to see here. The embryo, which measures about 5 mm here, is visible as a small thickening in the amniotic sac. The heartbeat could already be observed in the moving ultrasound image.
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Ultrasound in the 7th week of pregnancy:
The embryo (on the left in the picture in the dark amniotic sac) measures 7 mm. He is now curved and reveals two poles: the head, which will be disproportionately large for a long time, is now recognized at the top, the rest of the body below. On the right above the embryo you can clearly see the yolk sac, which the embryo is currently still being supplied.
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Ultrasound in the 8th week of pregnancy
Ultrasound in the 8th week of pregnancy:
The embryo now measures about 16 mm. You can clearly see the head, body and even the approaches of arms and legs (about 1-2 mm long). You can also see the approaches of the brain in your head.
In the moving ultrasound picture you could see the first uncontrolled movements of the embryo.
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Ultrasound in the 9th week of pregnancy:
The embryo now measures 22 mm. Clear movements could be seen in the moving ultrasound image. The system of the spine is now visible. Arm and leg approaches are about 5 mm long, the finger approaches slowly stand out from the rest of the hand.
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Ultrasound in the 10th week of pregnancy
Ultrasound in the 10th week of pregnancy:
The embryo now measures 3 cm SSL (vertical stale length). The two brain halves (hemispheres) are laid out in the brain. The face develops, the eye area can already be seen.
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Ultrasound in the 11th week of pregnancy
Ultrasound in the 11th week of pregnancy:
The embryo now measures 4.5 cm. On the ultrasound image you can see the legs that are kinked in the knee and the feet (top right). The toes are already well trained and the embryo pounded their legs vigorously in the moving ultrasound image.
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Ultrasound in the 12th week of pregnancy
Ultrasound in the 12th week of pregnancy:
In the picture you can see the baby's head (left) and part of the upper body (right). The small nose and the mouth area is clearly visible. In the mouth you can clearly see the facilities of the teeth.
This ultrasound was carried out as part of the first major check -up, which lies between the 9th and 12th week of pregnancy. Now is the best time for the chorionic villi and neck wrinkle measurement to exclude certain diseases in the baby.
Further changes in pregnancy
Not all mothers in SPE are blessed with peach skin, full hair and beautiful nails. If you are among those who have not hit the changes during pregnancy so well, do not grant. After all, it is for a good cause and passes.
Brittle fingernails during pregnancy
Are your nails constantly fragile? Then it is best to cut it shortly instead of annoying you for a long time. You can find out what else you can do against broken nails in our nail special:.
Skin problems during pregnancy
The skin is now very different from pregnancy. Therefore, facial care should also be adapted to the new needs.
Some women have envied beautiful skin and a radiant complexion during pregnancy. Others, on the other hand, have to fight with small acne -like pimples, the so -called pregnancy acne. These small blemishes are related to the hormone change during pregnancy: the pregnancy -related acne is triggered by an increased progesterone level.
Don't panic: the acne disappears over time after delivery when the hormone value drops. And what can you do by then? Ideally, just leave the pimples alone. Under no circumstances should you use aggressive soap products in terms of skin care, but a soap -free dermatological wash lotion.
If you cannot live with your pregnancy acne, then talk to your gynecologist about any treatment. He or she may prescribe zinc tablets (but not before the end of the 1st trimester) or recommend other vegetable remedies against the small blemishes.
Don't forget:Doct*in and midwife know advice and can show you how you can deal with the changes of your body. But it is definitely clear from the doctor which beauty tricks are still allowed.
After pregnancy, everything usually regulates itself and you return to your beautiful normal state.
The teeth during pregnancy
Pregnancy actually changes the whole body - even the teeth. Due to the hormonal changes, bleeding gums can occur more and more because the gums are more supplied with blood than before. The mouth is more sensitive and can bleed by brushing your teeth alone.
In addition, the composition of saliva changes, which can increase caries in combination with descendants. It is therefore all the more important that the expectant mom pays particular attention to her dental health.
Brush your teeth gently and thoroughly twice a day and then use dental floss. Don't forget: Especially during pregnancy, a dentist should take a look at your bites.
You can find out more about teeth and bleeding gums on the information page of theFederal Center for Health Education(BZGA)
The breast during pregnancy
Your breasts will grow a whole piece in the course of pregnancy: 1–2 more cup sizes can be expected. Because under the influence of the hormones, the breast volume increases, as the breasts are slowly preparing for their upcoming breastfeeding function.
The disadvantage of the matter: the rapid growth of the breasts is very stressed and there may be stretched strips, so -calledthat can also occur on the stomach and hip. To prevent the strip, keep the skin smooth and cream and massage it. A targeted plucking massage can also prevent.
Also remember to wear a special pregnancy bra and change the bra size as soon as you feel restricted.
Not only the scope of your breasts changes during pregnancy, but also the nipples. They become larger, darker and emerge a little further. This roughly looks like a target so that the infant later knows exactly where his food is located.
After weaning, breasts and nipples will recover. However, it can happen that the breasts can be a little smaller and less firm after pregnancy and breastfeeding than before.
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And the after-baby body?
One question that a lot of pregnant women are sure to be whether they will ever get the figure they had before pregnancy. The answer is: Yes! However, freshly baked mothers should take six to nine months, because the body should be able to recreate gently.
Since the baby and amniotic fluid are missing, the woman loses between eight and 12 kilograms right after birth. If you want to start sports directly, you shouldn't overdo it. You can find out which sports program is best suited for new moms from your midwife and your doctor.
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Important NOTE:The content of this article is only used for information and does not replace a diagnosis at the doctor. If uncertainties, urgent questions or complaints arise, you should contact your doctor or the midwife.
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