Based on the date of your last menstrual period, the gestational age is 7 weeks, while your baby’s actual age is approximately 5 weeks; since ovulation usually occurs around day 14 of the cycle.
As pregnancy progresses, your body is undergoing many changes. One of the most significant is that your blood volume increases by up to 50% to supply your baby with the oxygen and nutrients they need to grow.
Common Symptoms
Week 7 often brings more intense symptoms compared to earlier weeks, so it’s important to rest and take care of your body. These may include:
- Enlarged and tender breasts.
- Increased morning sickness.
- Frequent urination.
- A metallic taste in your mouth.
- Food aversions, especially to meat or protein-rich foods.
- Headaches.
- Bloating and gas.
- Heightened sense of smell.
- Mild cramping, similar to menstrual pain.
- Increased white vaginal discharge.
- Mood swings.
- Excess saliva production.
- Breakouts or acne.
Week 7 Tips
Avoid handling cats or cleaning their litter boxes whenever possible to reduce the risk of toxoplasmosis, a parasitic infection that could harm your baby.
Get some morning sunlight to boost your vitamin D levels, which support healthy bones and teeth, improves calcium absorption, and may lower the risk of gestational diabetes.