Week by weekTrimester 1

Week 9 — size of a cherry.

A two-minute partner brief: how baby is growing, what's changing for her, and one practical thing you can do this week.

For her

Hormone shifts can bring fatigue, nausea, tender breasts and emotional ups and downs.

For baby

About the size of a cherry. Organs and senses are developing on schedule.

Partner action this week

Drive to and attend the dating scan with her.

Educational guidance, not medical advice. If you're worried about symptoms, contact your midwife, GP or maternity unit.

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