Week 10 Pregnancy
You are 10 weeks pregnant and in your first trimester. Your baby is about the size of a strawberry. This week's key development: A Foetus is Born. NHS note: You'll soon be offered your first ultrasound scan (the dating scan), usually between weeks 10 and 14.
Baby's Development
Your baby is about the size of a strawberry.
A Foetus is Born — From this week your baby is officially called a foetus. Vital organs are formed and beginning to function, fingernails are starting to grow, and your baby can now bend their elbows. Jawbones are forming, complete with tiny tooth buds beneath the gums.
Your Symptoms
- Round ligament pain (twinges in your belly)
- Visible bump starting for some
- Fatigue
Every pregnancy is different. You may experience all, some, or none of these symptoms — and that's completely normal. If anything concerns you, speak to your midwife.
NHS Appointments
You'll soon be offered your first ultrasound scan (the dating scan), usually between weeks 10 and 14.
Practical Advice for Week 10
Nutrition
- Continue folic acid (until week 12) and vitamin D (throughout pregnancy).
- Calcium is vital now as your baby's bones form — include dairy, tofu, or fortified plant milks.
- Eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables for a wide range of vitamins.
- Avoid raw or lightly cooked eggs unless they carry the British Lion stamp.
Exercise
- Moderate exercise helps manage weight gain and boosts mood.
- Walking 30 minutes per day is a simple and effective routine.
- Prenatal Pilates helps with posture as your centre of gravity shifts.
- Avoid activities with a risk of abdominal trauma.
Wellbeing
- Round ligament pain (sharp twinges in your lower belly) is normal as your uterus grows.
- Some people start showing a small bump — every body is different.
- If anxiety about the upcoming scan is high, write down your worries and discuss them with your partner.
- Join an online pregnancy community for peer support — Mumsnet and BabyCentre UK are popular.
Preparation
- Your dating scan is usually offered between weeks 10 and 14 — check it's booked.
- Book a free NHS dental check-up if you haven't already.
- Start thinking about your birth preferences — homebirth, midwife-led unit, or hospital.
- If you work with hazardous substances, your employer must complete a risk assessment.
Tip of the Week
Book a dental check-up. NHS dental care is free during pregnancy and for a year after birth.
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