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Duration: Week 1-12 (approximately 3 months)

Fetal Development:

1. Implantation (Week 2): Fertilized egg implants in the uterus.
2. Embryonic stage (Weeks 3-8): Major organs and body systems form.
3. Fetal stage (Weeks 9-12): Organs develop and refine.

Key Milestones:

1. Week 5: Heartbeat visible on ultrasound.
2. Week 6: Brain, lungs, and liver develop.
3. Week 8: Limbs, fingers, and toes form.
4. Week 10: Sensory organs (eyes, ears, nose) develop.
5. Week 12: Fetus measures approximately 2-3 inches.

Maternal Changes:

1. Morning sickness and fatigue (Weeks 4-12)
2. Breast tenderness and enlargement
3. Increased urination
4. Mood swings
5. Food cravings or aversions

Prenatal Care:

1. Initial prenatal visit (Week 6-8)
2. Ultrasound scans (Weeks 6-12)
3. Blood tests (e.g., blood type, Rubella)
4. Urine tests (e.g., protein, sugar)
5. Discussion of pregnancy options and risks

Risks and Considerations:

1. Miscarriage (10-20% risk)
2. Ectopic pregnancy
3. Gestational trophoblastic disease
4. Infections (e.g., UTIs, Group B strep)
5. Nutrition and lifestyle factors (e.g., folic acid, smoking cessation)

Tips for Expectant Mothers:

1. Maintain a healthy diet
2. Stay hydrated
3. Exercise regularly (e.g., prenatal yoga)
4. Get enough rest
5. Attend prenatal appointments

Remember, each pregnancy is unique, and not all women experience all symptoms or developments at the same time.

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