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This week at a glance

❤️HeartbeatStrong and clear on ultrasound, ~160–170 bpm

🧠Major developmentEnd of embryonic period; vital organs working

This week marks the end of the critical embryonic period; vital organs are formed and working together. Fingernails and downy hair start to develop, the limbs can bend, and tiny tooth buds form under the gums.

Nutrition

Lean meat or lentils · Dairy or fortified alternatives · Salmon (low-mercury) · Leafy greens · Citrus fruit

Tips

Do

• Continue prenatal vitamins
• Stay active with gentle exercise
• Plan for the 12-week scan

Avoid

• Alcohol
• Smoking
• Raw or undercooked foods