Fourth Week Of Pregnancy
Baby’s Development Watch Videos
It’s the 4th week of your pregnancy. You’ve been pregnant for one whole month. Normally, it is the time for next menstrual period, but your pregnancy will trigger some hormonal secretions that will prevent this from happening. During this period, more advanced development of your baby will take place.
Everything looks normal from the outside, but your body is undergoing great changes inside to accommodate growing baby in your womb. During this stage, fetus is at high risk for abnormalities, as the brain, heart, head, spinal cord, bones, muscles, tissues, and teeth of baby are developing. By the fourth week, blastocyst is firmly embedded in your uterus.
Healthy Diet
Folate-
During pregnancy, it is beneficial for you to incorporate folate-rich foods in your daily routine. Folic acid in the food is called folate. Some of the excellent sources of folate include-
- Fortified breakfast such as oats, cornflakes, whole-wheat flakes, whole-wheat bread, and whole-wheat pasta.
- Green leafy vegetable such as fenugreek leaves, radish leaves, spinach and coriander leaves.
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- 4th week is the most important stage for your baby’s internal development. So, if you are having bad habits, then change them immediately. Quit smoking and avoid drinking alcohol. Avoid medications that can affect your baby.
- Do proper rest.
- Go for a regular check-up.
- Consult with your family and friends. They will help you go through the emotional, hormonal, and physical changes during this period. Having a strong family support system may benefit you and your partner, especially if this is your first pregnancy.
FAQ’S
- Is spotting normal in pregnancy?
Spotting is light bleeding from your vagina. It is similar to your menstrual period, but much lighter. A little spotting is common during early weeks of pregnancy. The color of blood can vary from red to brown. But sometimes, it can be a sign of something serious (miscarriage), so it is better to consult with your doctor. - Is it too early to test for pregnancy at 4 weeks?
During the 4th week of your pregnancy, you may first suspect that you are pregnant. Yes, at 4th week, you can take a pregnancy test but some tests may not be accurate until the 5th week. A home pregnancy test might be possible towards end of the 4th week.
