Congratulations! At 8 weeks pregnant, you’re halfway through your first trimester—what a milestone! But if you’re anything like most moms-to-be, you’ve realized that pregnancy is full of surprises (some delightful, some… not so much).

In this post, we’re skipping the basics and diving into the unexpected, evidence-based insights about being 8 weeks pregnant. From your baby’s jaw-dropping brain growth to the weird symptoms you might not have heard about, we’ve got you covered. Let’s explore everything that makes this week so unique!

What’s Happening to Your Baby at 8 Weeks Pregnant

• Brain Explosion: Your baby’s brain is growing at a rate of 250,000 neurons per minute.
• Taste Bud Development: They’re not tasting yet, but the groundwork for future food preferences is being laid.
• Skeleton Formation: Cartilage is forming and will soon turn into bone.

Your little one is now about the size of a raspberry and growing faster than ever.

Weird Symptoms Nobody Talks About

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Congratulations, Mama! You’re four weeks pregnant and just beginning the incredible journey of pregnancy.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, excited, or both, it’s completely normal. This blog post will walk you through what’s happening with your body, your baby, and how to set yourself up for a healthy pregnancy journey.

What’s Happening with Your Body?

At four weeks, your body is starting to adapt to support your baby’s growth. Here’s what you might notice:

• Fatigue: Your body is working overtime, so don’t be surprised if you feel more tired than usual.
• Tender Breasts: Hormonal changes might make your breasts more sensitive.
• Bloating: Increased hormones can cause some discomfort early on.

Fun fact: Your body is producing a lot of HCG, the pregnancy hormone that causes many early pregnancy symptoms.

What’s Happening with Your Baby?

Your baby is the size of a poppy seed and officially an embryo! At this stage, they are made up of two layers—the epiblast and hypobla...