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Your pregnancy guidebook

Week-by-week guidance for your beautiful pregnancy journey. Get expert advice, helpful tips, and loving support for every stage.

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First Trimester (1-12 weeks)

The beginning of your incredible journey. Your baby's major organs are forming.

Week 4

Your Journey Begins

Congratulations! You're pregnant. Learn about the first signs and early pregnancy care.

What You'll Learn:

  • Taking a pregnancy test
  • First prenatal vitamins
  • Early symptoms
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 4 Guide
Week 8

Your Baby's Heart is Beating

Amazing developments are happening. Your baby's heart is now beating strong.

What You'll Learn:

  • First prenatal visit
  • Morning sickness management
  • Nutrition basics
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 8 Guide
Week 12

End of First Trimester

You've reached a major milestone! Most of the risk has passed.

What You'll Learn:

  • Sharing your news
  • Genetic testing options
  • Body changes
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 12 Guide

Second Trimester (13-27 weeks)

The golden period! Often the most comfortable and energetic time.

Week 16

The Sweet Spot Begins

Welcome to the second trimester - often called the best part of pregnancy!

What You'll Learn:

  • Gender reveal possibilities
  • Maternity clothes
  • Skin changes
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 16 Guide
Week 20

Halfway There!

You're halfway through your beautiful journey. Time for the big anatomy scan!

What You'll Learn:

  • Anatomy scan
  • Feeling baby move
  • Nursery planning
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 20 Guide
Week 24

Viability Milestone

Your baby has reached an important milestone - a good chance of survival outside the womb.

What You'll Learn:

  • Glucose screening
  • Baby gear shopping
  • Childcare options
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 24 Guide

Third Trimester (28+ weeks)

The home stretch. Your baby is preparing for birth and you're getting ready too.

Week 28

Third Trimester Welcome

You're in the home stretch now! Your baby is growing rapidly.

What You'll Learn:

  • Childbirth classes
  • Hospital bag prep
  • Labor signs
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 28 Guide
Week 32

Baby Shower Time

Perfect time to celebrate with family and friends as you prepare for arrival.

What You'll Learn:

  • Baby shower planning
  • Nursery finishing touches
  • Preterm labor signs
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 32 Guide
Week 36

Full Term Approaches

Your baby is almost ready! Final preparations for birth and baby care.

What You'll Learn:

  • Weekly checkups begin
  • Car seat installation
  • Birth plan finalization
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 36 Guide
Week 40

Your Due Date is Here

The big day has arrived! Your baby could come any moment now.

What You'll Learn:

  • Labor signs
  • When to go to hospital
  • Pain management
  • +1 more topics...
Read Week 40 Guide

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