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The first 13 weeks are a crash course in pregnancy. Your partner's body is doing extraordinary work, most of it invisible. Here's what's actually happening week by week, and what you can do about it.
Medical Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Your baby goes from a cluster of cells to a 3-inch fetus with a heartbeat, fingers, toes, and early facial features. All major organs begin forming in these first 13 weeks.
This is your onboarding period. Learn the terminology, attend the first ultrasound, handle the logistics of choosing a provider, and be the steady presence while your partner navigates morning sickness and exhaustion.
Review your health insurance coverage, start a baby budget, research prenatal vitamins together, and decide when and how to share the news. Begin looking into parental leave policies at work.
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First prenatal visit (weeks 6-8), dating ultrasound, initial blood work, and optional genetic screening (NIPT) around weeks 10-13. Go to every one you can.