I’m currently 13w but this is the last ultrasound I was able to get, the heartbeat is mainly always in the 160’s what do y’all think the gender could be? 🙏🏼
WeMoms
9 Apr 2024
Your body at 13 weeks of pregnancy
Your Body
at 13 Weeks
The transition into the second trimester often brings a mix of relief and new experiences as your body continues to nurture the growing life within.
Symptoms of the week
Breast changes
Morning Sickness
Mood changes
Food aversions
Breast Changes: An increase in tenderness and areola darkening is common.
Food Aversions: Food aversions may still be present but typically begin to wane.
Food Aversions: Food aversions may still be present but typically begin to wane.
Your body is adapting to the second trimester. You may start feeling more energetic as morning sickness subsides.
Juliette, Midwife for 8+ years
Is it normal?
Continued Nausea: It's normal for some women to experience nausea beyond the first trimester.
Round Ligament Pain: Sharp, stretching pains in the abdomen are due to the expansion and adjustment of the uterus, supported by the round ligaments.
Breast Sensitivity: Hormonal increases lead to changes in breast tissue, preparing for lactation.
Energetic Variability: Fluctuations in energy levels are expected as your body expends significant resources in fetal development.
Round Ligament Pain: Sharp, stretching pains in the abdomen are due to the expansion and adjustment of the uterus, supported by the round ligaments.
Breast Sensitivity: Hormonal increases lead to changes in breast tissue, preparing for lactation.
Energetic Variability: Fluctuations in energy levels are expected as your body expends significant resources in fetal development.
Top Asked Questions
Top 5 questions answered
When will I need to start wearing maternity clothes?
It varies, but usually between 12-16 weeks.
Can I still eat sushi during pregnancy?
No. Avoid raw or undercooked fish, but cooked sushi is safe (cooked tuna, eggs, cooked shrimp…)
Is it normal to have bleeding at 13 weeks pregnant?
No, any bleeding should be reported to your doctor.
Can I still sleep on my stomach at 13 weeks?
It's best to avoid it, but it's not harmful.
When should I start planning for maternity leave?
It's a good idea to start planning for maternity leave around 20 weeks, so you have plenty of time to coordinate with your employer and make any necessary arrangements.
Taking care of yourself
Managing Nausea: Small, frequent meals and ginger supplementation can mitigate morning sickness.
Alleviating Round Ligament Pain: Gentle exercises, such as prenatal yoga, can fortify abdominal support and reduce discomfort.
Breast Comfort: Investing in supportive bras and utilizing warm compresses can ease breast tenderness.
Mental Well-being: Prioritizing relaxation and mental health through self-care routines and supportive conversations.
Alleviating Round Ligament Pain: Gentle exercises, such as prenatal yoga, can fortify abdominal support and reduce discomfort.
Breast Comfort: Investing in supportive bras and utilizing warm compresses can ease breast tenderness.
Mental Well-being: Prioritizing relaxation and mental health through self-care routines and supportive conversations.
Consider getting a prenatal massage for comfort
Practice good posture and invest in supportive shoes to reduce back pain
Stay up-to-date with prenatal appointments and screenings
Connect with other expectant mothers on WeMoms for support and advice
Teaser for next week
As you delve deeper into the second trimester, anticipate potential shifts in symptoms, including increased nasal and gum sensitivity, alongside an improving appetite.
Stay tuned for further insights on navigating these changes and optimizing your pregnancy experience next week.
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Emily
19 Apr 2023
Did anybody find out the gender at 12w6d or exactly 13w?? My appointment is tomorrow and i really hope they can tell the gender 🥰
Evelisse
No love if you did the blood test they would of given u results in 2 weeks if not you’re gonna have to wait for 14 weeks
27 Mar 2024
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Tina
Ask fr the nipt test
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Linda
22 Mar 2023
I just saw my baby for a second time in an ultrasound they finally were able to find out my exact weeks. I’m 13w 1d❤️ wondering what I’m having I’m super excited 😍
Mia
look like a boy ❣️ #congrats
27 Mar 2024
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Linda
That’s what everyone is telling me. I want a girl 😓 but I mean I already have my little girl. Watever it is as long as it’s healthy ❤️ thank you ☺️
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Big Mamma
18 Mar 2023
Has anyone started get extra discharge at 13w? I'm 13w2day and today while I was cleaning I felt something flow like when menstruation. I went to the bathroom and I had a spot of white discharge. I'm just wondering if it's normal I'm not having itching or burning when I pee.
Lexi
Oh yesss DEFINITELY discharge!! I still have it at 20w! Doctor told me it’s completely normal
27 Mar 2024
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Big Mamma
not just a line of discharge I had like a quarter size amount
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Otelia
6 Mar 2023
I’m new here 💜 looking at the comments I feel safe. I’m 13W today and my face is breaking out so bad 🥺 any tips? #newmom #acne
Shayna (Shay♋️)
You’re not alone on this one i have broken out terribly. All over my chest area & back too smh… Only thing my dr could say was “yea all apart of mommy hood” like sir what?🥴🙄 … witch hazel is good before using a facial oil right after a good facial wash (i use bior charcoal) it has been helping/preventing from worsening but tbh i need something to rid of it all COMPLETELY 😩
27 Mar 2024
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Otelia
Same! My doctor say “it’s just hormones” .. like girl I look ugly lol 😂. I’m going to try that! I’ve been using noxzema and it helps slightly but my bumps come right back !!
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Jay
20 Feb 2023
Just did the test for gender and got 99.4% chance of female based off hormones. Any name suggestions? #girl #name #13w
Amber
If I had a girl I was goin to name her either
Vanity Evette
Or
Krisalynn Noel
Lol but I had a boy
27 Mar 2024
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Jay
oooh those are lovely
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Ashleigh
2 Feb 2023
- Question for mommy’s…. I’m at my 13w Drs appointment the dr said it’s still too early to get a heartbeat on the Doppler???! I am so confused out of all 3 of my pregnancies I am in my second trimester how can you not here my child’s heartbeat???
🍹Jenni
Not true at all !
27 Mar 2024
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🍹Jenni
I bought my own bc these drs be acting crazy or lazy one!
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Ebony
15 Dec 2022
On average, how many times do you guys have to get up in the middle of the night to go potty? I’m averaging about 3-4 times a night at 13w.
Aquanisha
At least 5 times at 16w
27 Mar 2024
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Mar’kia
5-6 times was 13wks now 14wks
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Dazia
25 Oct 2022
13w and 1 day I officially don’t own my body and sleep is a privilege 😫 but I got this son just let mommy sleep 💙
Emily
13 weeks and 1 day as well☺️
27 Mar 2024
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Dazia
Congratulations
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Lauren
3 Dec 2021
I’m 13w 2d and NOTHING sounds good to eat. I literally have no appetite. And when i do eat its usually just 1 small meal. :( send help
Lauren
The nausea goes and comes some days but i’n still left with literally no appetite.
27 Mar 2024
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graceka
think that goes away w time
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