Pregnancy Week 8: The Raspberry

Your baby this week

About the size of a raspberry

~0.6 in · ~0.04

Medical Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.

How your baby is growing this week

Raspberry size (1.6cm). Fingers/toes webbed. Taste buds forming.

What your partner is going through

Progesterone fatigue. She is metabolically running a marathon while sitting on the couch.

What to focus on this week, dad

01Gatekeeper Duty: manage family expectations — don't announce yet if you prefer to wait for safety
02Go to the first ultrasound — hearing the heartbeat is a turning point

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Connect with your partner

Watch a movie she picks. Low energy activities are key. She is metabolically running a marathon while sitting on the couch. Also: support her now. She will remember how you treated her during the hardest trimester for the rest of your life. Let little things go. She is growing your baby.

Source: Mayo Clinic

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