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Conception Month 1
-rooting reflex, sucking reflex, Palmar reflex
-mood changes, frequent urination, shortness of breath
-no drinking, no smoking, get enough rest -
Month 2
-spurts in legs, spurts in arms, spurts in back
-fatigue, headaches, light-headedness
-prenatal vitamin, exercise,write a birth plan -
Month 3
-beginning to flex it's muscles, making white blood cells, heartbeat starting
-constipation,leg cramps, backache and abdominal pain
-vitamin B6 rich foods, eat lots of carbs, meats-make sure they are properly cooked -
Month 4
-sex of the fetus can be determined, roof of mouth is formed, CRL of 3 in
-heartburn, food cravings, varicose veins
-dairy products, daily walks, be optimistic -
Month 5
-fingers and toes, teeth and bones denser, nails and hair are forming
-breast changes, increased blood flow, dizzy or faint
-eat 300 more calories than normal, eat dinner hours before bed, listen to your body -
Month 6
-CRL of 7 in, bone marrow starts making blood cells, taste buds begin to form
-numbness and tingling in hands, urine loss, seperation of abdominal muscles
-spend more time on personal hygiene, avoid inhaling passive smoke, drink plenty of fluids -
Month 7
-brain is starting to function, lungs forming, baby can open eyes
-may experience more movement of your body, joints may feel more loose, stretch marks
-keep monitaring weight, talk to caregivers, frequent checkups -
Month 8
-gaining pound a week, can blink, pupils dialate
-gain weight, feel discomfort as baby pushes, skin continues stretching,
-calm anxiety for baby's health, monitor weight, monitor blood pressure -
Month 9
-baby drops to pelvis, head faces down, everything has final stages of change
-breathe easier, sleep becomes more difficult, weight will gain
-divide meals into 5-6 instead of 3, drink plenty of fluids, avoid fried foods
