5 Weeks Pregnancy

5 weeks pregnant is included in the first trimester. That is, it is the beginning week of the second month of the first trimester, which covers the first 3 months. So, what happens in the 5th week of pregnancy?

5 Weeks Baby Development

While the baby is a microscopic single-celled zygote at the time of conception, it reaches 1.25 mm in length after 3 weeks, that is, at the 5th week of pregnancy. Yes, we can accept that it is still small, but it will grow rapidly.

At 5 weeks pregnant, your baby’s heart is starting to take shape. Because the heart and circulatory system will start to work first in your body. The baby’s heart, which is the size of a poppy seed, consists of 2 small channels called heart tubes. For now it just started beating.

Is the baby visible at 5 weeks pregnant? As for the answer to the question, the 5-week gestational sac can only be seen with vaginal ultrasound. However, in this week, it is not possible to see the baby and heartbeat in the gestational sac. It’s normal. This can be explained by the fact that the baby is too small to be seen.

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Changes in the Mother at 5 Weeks of Pregnancy

During this period, nobody around you will be able to realize that you are pregnant unless you tell them that you are expecting a baby. But your baby will begin to notify you of its existence now. So be prepared now. Because this month, which includes the 5th week of pregnancy, things will change a little. You will soon begin to feel that you are pregnant.

So what are the symptoms in the mother at the 5th week of pregnancy? The second month is the month when most expectant mothers feel exhausted and extremely tired.

• Going to the toilet hundreds of times a day
• Nausea that never goes away (if you’re lucky, you may not get nauseous at all),
• Symptoms such as a feeling of swelling in your stomach that you cannot get rid of are also among the things you will experience this month.

In other words, in this 5th week as you enter the 2nd month of pregnancy, great changes begin to occur in your body. Don’t let such symptoms get you down. These are also signals that you are having a healthy and normal pregnancy. Let’s talk about other 5 weeks pregnant symptoms .

• Frequent urination: Although intense in the beginning, it can continue throughout most of the pregnancy. Especially as the birth approaches, it starts to be uncomfortable as the uterus expands and puts pressure on the bladder.
• Change in breasts: It is common to have pain or soreness in the breasts or nipple. You may also see that the color of the nipple has darkened or the glands around the nipple have increased.
• Weakness and fatigue: This general symptom may persist throughout pregnancy. Make sure you take your prenatal vitamins and medications regularly and get enough rest. If you are experiencing fatigue, avoid caffeine and sugar. Both trigger this problem.

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Symptoms at 5 Weeks Pregnancy

What Causes Discharge in the 5th Week of Pregnancy?

Many women have vaginal discharge throughout pregnancy. White discharge (leukorrhea) is a watery, white, slightly odorous or odorless discharge. The reason is the pressure exerted by the hormones on the vaginal wall, which expands excessively during pregnancy. At 5 weeks of pregnancy, the discharge may increase and intensify throughout the entire pregnancy. The high acidity in the stream is thought to play a role in preventing harmful bacteria.

• Do not shower directly into the vagina,
• Using cotton underwear
• It may be helpful to wear comfortable and loose trousers.

What Causes Bleeding in the 5th Week of Pregnancy?

You may experience minor vaginal bleeding or spotting during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Bleeding can be a harbinger of many things, depending on its severity, duration and frequency. It is very important that you follow up and inform your doctor correctly. You should definitely note the consistency (watery, dense), color (light pink, light red, dark red, etc.), duration and interval of the bleeding and consult your doctor.

Bleeding at 5 weeks of pregnancy can be a sign of miscarriage as well as in the first trimester. However, not every bleeding will mean this. If you go to regular check-ups and keep in touch with the doctor frequently, you are less likely to have an unexpected problem.

Nausea at 5 Weeks Pregnancy

“Is there any nausea at 5 weeks pregnant?” you may ask. Yes, the 5th week of pregnancy is one of the weeks when nausea complaints are experienced. For some women, nausea, with or without vomiting, is an early sign of pregnancy. It is often referred to as morning sickness. This condition affects almost 75% of pregnant women. If you’re lucky, you may not have it.

Although it is called morning sickness, nausea does not only happen in the morning. It can occur at any time of the day. It is most commonly seen in the first trimester, that is, in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Signs and symptoms usually appear between 5 and 8 weeks. It is expected to get lighter by the 13th-14th weeks.

So what should you eat at 5 weeks pregnant, what can you do to reduce nausea?

• You can choose foods that are rich in carbohydrates, low in fat, and easily digestible.
• Salty food with ginger in it sometimes works too.
• You should stay away from oily and spicy foods.
• You can balance your blood sugar with a high protein snack before bed.
• You can ask your partner to make a lean toast in the morning before you get out of bed and eat it.
• Before you get up in the morning, you can eat a few crackers or pieces of toast. These aid in the absorption of stomach acid.
• You can chew fresh ginger, eat it raw, or boil it in water and drink it like herbal tea.
• You can get help from lemonade or watermelon.
• Nausea increases as the stomach remains empty and the feeling of too much fullness. Instead of eating 3 large meals, you can eat often but little by little throughout the day.
• You should remember to drink plenty of fluids.
• If you feel nauseous after taking prenatal vitamins, you can try taking them at night or with food. Candy or chewing gum can be comforting after taking it.

What Should Be Considered During 5 Weeks of Pregnancy?

You should definitely see the list of things to consider starting from the 5th week of pregnancy. Because the most vulnerable period of the baby is between the 5th and 10th weeks of pregnancy. During this period, all major organs of the baby are formed and any damage to the embryo can result in a significant birth defect. Here are the things that can harm the embryo and what to do in the 5th week of pregnancy!

Harmful Toxic Substances

Alcohol, drugs, and some drugs contain teratogens. It goes without saying that you should stay away from these and not use any medication without the knowledge of your doctor.

Infections

Viruses and bacteria harm the baby during this critical period. The baby can get the infection only through the mother. Vaccines and natural immunity protect you against many harmful infections. You should take precautions to avoid exposure to diseases such as chickenpox, measles, rubella, mumps and hepatitis during pregnancy.

Radiation

High-dose radiation, such as radiotherapy used in cancer treatment, harms the baby. However, the low-dose radiation used in diagnostic x-rays does not greatly affect the risk of birth defects. However, it would be best not to have an x-ray taken during pregnancy unless it is very necessary. In a very necessary medical situation, you should definitely talk to your doctor and decide.

Not enought feeding

When malnutrition becomes a habit during pregnancy, it will harm the baby. Consuming too little of a certain nutrient can affect cell development. You should take vitamin supplements containing folic acid, as directed by your doctor. Remember, eating right during pregnancy is the first and best gift you can give your baby.

Sex at 5 Weeks Pregnancy

Sex in the 5th week of pregnancy is extremely harmless. In the normal course of pregnancies, there are no restrictions on sexual life until the last 4 weeks.

But you may not always want that. In the first 3 months, including the 5th week, hormonal fluctuations, nausea, fatigue can blunt sexual desire. This will change in the second trimester.

Many couples worry that having sex in the first trimester can cause miscarriage. This is an unfounded concern. The cause of miscarriage in the first period of pregnancy is chromosomal anomalies and other problems with the baby.