Overview
At week 9, tiny muscles of your baby are starting to form. However, it will take 1 or 2 months for them to completely develop and for you to feel the little kicks and punches that your baby will start to do as it stays in your womb. The kicks are still not going to happen, however, that heart of your little one will be detected this week in the ultrasound of your baby.
Symptoms Of Pregnant Women At Week 9
At this point of pregnancy, you will be getting symptoms. Some of them include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Frequent Urination
- Tender Breasts
- Tingly Breasts
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Irritability
- Unexpected emotions
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Food aversions
- Food cravings
- Increased hunger
Important Things To Remember And qDo At Week 9
- Avoid eating undercooked food
- Avoid deli meats
- Limit your fish intake to 2 or 3 servings per week
- Avoid swordfish, sharks, tilefish, and mackerel
- Wash all foods properly
- Keep your cutting boards and dishes clean
- Eat 4 servings of dairy on a daily basis
- Avoid milk products, soft cheeses, and unpasteurized milk
- Drink no more than 2 caffeine drinks
- Avoid artificial sweeteners
- Take prenatal vitamins that are recommend by your doctor/doctors
- Stop smoking
- Stop taking drugs
- Stop drinking alcohol
When To Call The Doctor?
Pregnancy brings a lot of complications with itself, so it is important for every pregnant mother to take care of themselves and go to the doctor, ER, or give the experts a call in case they feel something is happening.
You want to call your doctor if you feel the following:
- Bleeding
- Cramping
- Increased vaginal discharge
- Vaginal odor
- Fever
- Chills
- Pain during peeing
- Burning sensation during peeing
- Pain in your belly
- Pain in your pelvis
