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By the End of the First Trimester Pregnant Moms’ Waist May Thicken

Last Updated: August 31, 2009

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Prenatal Tips for the First Trimester

Even though you may not be showing, important changes are happening in your body at this stage of pregnancy. Your stomach may begin to get a little bigger and it may be harder to fasten your pants or belt. You might feel tired and have to go to the bathroom more often than you used to. You probably will not be able to feel your baby moving yet. This is all normal and part of having a baby grow inside you.

Remember, every woman and every pregnancy is different. You might feel many of the physical signs of pregnancy such as morning sickness or nausea, breast tenderness, tiredness, constipation, or you might not feel any of them. Pay attention to your body and if you have any reason to believe things are not right, see your doctor right away.


Learn more about Your Prenatal Baby: First Trimester from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.


Note to Parents: When reading this newsletter, remember: Every baby is different. Children may do things earlier or later than described here. This newsletter gives equal space and time to both sexes. If he or she is used, we are talking about all babies.
References: These materials were adapted by authors from Extension Just in Time Parenting Newsletters in California, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Tennessee, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, and Wisconsin.

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