I hit 14w a few days ago, relieved of nausea mostly … but stuck with this uncomfortable or tight feeling 😭😭 any tips?
WeMoms
9 Apr 2024
Your body at 14 weeks of pregnancy
Your Body
at 14 Weeks
Welcome to the second trimester!
Often celebrated as the most comfortable phase of pregnancy, this period introduces new changes and developments.
Symptoms of the week
Varicose Vein
Hair changes
Bloody Nose
Pregnancy Brain
Varicose Veins: Mild occurrence due to elevated blood volume and circulation changes.
Bloody Nose: An occasional symptom, attributed to enhanced blood flow and sensitive nasal passages.
Cognitive Shifts: Known as "Pregnancy Brain," this symptom involves memory and concentration fluctuations.
Bloody Nose: An occasional symptom, attributed to enhanced blood flow and sensitive nasal passages.
Cognitive Shifts: Known as "Pregnancy Brain," this symptom involves memory and concentration fluctuations.
Your baby bump is becoming more pronounced, and you might feel the first flutters of baby movements. Your body is adjusting to these changes.
Juliette, Midwife for 8+ years
Is it normal?
Gingival Sensitivity: Hormonal influences heighten gum sensitivity, increasing susceptibility to bleeding during dental care.
Nasal Bleeding: Elevated blood volume and hormonal impacts on nasal membranes contribute to this symptom, generally without cause for concern unless excessively prolonged.
Cognitive Changes: Hormonal variations during pregnancy are known to temporarily impact cognitive functions, including memory and focus.
Varicose Veins Development: The increased blood volume and pressure on leg veins can lead to visible varicose veins, a common yet typically painless condition.
Nasal Bleeding: Elevated blood volume and hormonal impacts on nasal membranes contribute to this symptom, generally without cause for concern unless excessively prolonged.
Cognitive Changes: Hormonal variations during pregnancy are known to temporarily impact cognitive functions, including memory and focus.
Varicose Veins Development: The increased blood volume and pressure on leg veins can lead to visible varicose veins, a common yet typically painless condition.
Top Asked Questions
Top 5 questions answered
What can I do to prevent stretch marks?
While there's no guaranteed way to prevent stretch marks, staying hydrated, eating a healthy diet, and using moisturizing lotions and oils can help.
When can I start feeling better from morning sickness?
Symptoms typically improve after the first trimester.
What's the best way to sleep?
Sleeping on your side, particularly your left side, is the best position for sleeping during pregnancy. This can help improve blood flow to your baby and relieve pressure on your organs.
When will I start to feel my baby move?
Most women feel their baby's first movements between weeks 16 and 25 of pregnancy, but it can vary. You may feel fluttering sensations or quickening as your baby grows and becomes more active.
How much weight should I be gaining during pregnancy?
Weight gain during pregnancy can vary depending on your pre-pregnancy weight and health. In general, a woman with a healthy pre-pregnancy weight should expect to gain 25-35 pounds during pregnancy.
Taking care of yourself
Managing Headaches: Adequate rest, hydration, and approved pain relief methods are advised to mitigate headache occurrences.
Varicose Veins Alleviation: Leg elevation, use of compression garments, and engagement in gentle exercise can provide relief.
Cognitive Support: Utilizing reminders and lists can aid in managing "Pregnancy Brain" symptoms.
Nasal Care: Maintaining nasal moisture with saline solutions or humidifiers to ease bleeding.
Dental Hygiene: Gentle brushing with soft-bristled brushes and regular dental check-ups are essential for gum health.
Varicose Veins Alleviation: Leg elevation, use of compression garments, and engagement in gentle exercise can provide relief.
Cognitive Support: Utilizing reminders and lists can aid in managing "Pregnancy Brain" symptoms.
Nasal Care: Maintaining nasal moisture with saline solutions or humidifiers to ease bleeding.
Dental Hygiene: Gentle brushing with soft-bristled brushes and regular dental check-ups are essential for gum health.
Incorporate healthy fats into your diet, such as avocado and nuts
Plan a babymoon or special trip with your partner before the baby arrives
Educate yourself on common pregnancy discomforts and ways to manage them
Teaser for next week
As you continue to embrace the second trimester, look forward to potential enhancements in your skin's appearance, often referred to as the "pregnancy glow," alongside further breast growth.
Stay tuned for more updates and guidance on your pregnancy journey next week.
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Kyle
5 Sep 2023
Lord, I see what u have done for others at 14w…so why am I still sick?! I was given false hope and took off my last scopolamine patch…FIX IT JESUS! I’m flying to cvs…sigh
Ashley
I was extremely sick almost my entire pregnancy. I have to take zofran on a daily basis for nausea but I didn’t stop throwing up until I was 26 weeks. Some women are just more sick unfortunately
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Kyle
😭😭😭 only thing keeping me alive is scopolamine patches…nothing else works.
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Angel
26 Jul 2023
What heart rate your unborn baby heart rate suppose to be? Im currently 14w 2days.
Elizabeth
I’m 10 weeks 2 days and yesterday my baby’s heart rate was 173 but I think they range from 120-190
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Angel
Awe okay. Do you know the gender of your baby?
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Nicole
27 Jun 2023
I know it’s too early but I swear I thought I felt my baby moving earlier. Is that even possible at 14w?
Nicole
lol it felt like gas moving but only in one spot, I told my boyfriend I swear I feel the baby moving but I didn’t want to get to excited if it wasn’t 😂
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Kristen
19 Apr 2023
Anyone know what this could be? I'm 14w and 2d. I messaged my doctor, waiting on a response. Had quite a bit of my toilet paper and then wiped again and another big glob
Sara
I’m 18 weeks & have had this since I was 13 weeks, asked my ob about it & they said it’s completely normal, it’s called leukorrhea. Just keep an eye on it and any changes in the color! 🫶🏻
27 Mar 2024
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Kristen
thank you so much! I don't remember much with my first pregnancy and I was scared when I seen that. I feel better now😂
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Jada
23 Feb 2023
I’ve been so scared and have kept quite about my pregnancy due to subchorionic hemorrhage it felt so good to know that my babys heart is beating and healthy other then the rupture in my uterus any other women experiencing? Your not alone!🥺❤️ I’m exactly 14 weeks at 12am & he or she is growing I’m just so confused☹️ #hemorrhage #14w #sheorhe#wegotthis
♥️Miss Mendoza♥️
I went through this twice mama. I know how scary it can be. Be thankful to God and Jesus that he can heal all things and have faith it will heal completely. That’s the best advice I can give other than please get lots of rest, like no sex, no walking if you don’t have to and take vitamin c and drink lots of water.
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Jada
It sucks I literally have to walk everywhere I’ve been praying every morning and night🙏🏽🥺 did your pregnancy with hemorrhages turn out okay?
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Seressia
21 Jan 2023
Hello I’m 14w and breast are on fire are there any suggestions on relieving this pain
Brittany
Mines are like that too I can't even sleep on the most of the time 😒 but I don't kno what to do about it thou
27 Mar 2024
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Meka
They have nipple cream
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steph
5 Dec 2022
If you’re breastfeeding when did you get your period back? I just got mine today and I’m 14w pp 😒
Shynice
I stopped breast feeding in September and I still haven’t gotten my period. My baby is 5 months old.
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steph
One of gods favs I see lol lucky!
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Elena
12 Nov 2022
Soo I’ll be 14w tomorrow… I am having constant headaches and I have tried everything… only take one Tylenol when absolutely needed…anyone have something that could help maybe
Naomi Freeman
My doctor prescribed me 80mg aspirin I guess it’s safe to take low doses of it. I say if your doctor says it’s okay to give it a try.
27 Mar 2024
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Isy
Same here, I got crazy headache every day and I just turned 15 weeks
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Heather
13 Sep 2022
Officially 14w today, anyone else not able to stand eggs?? Just ate some pancake and eggs and it all came back up, and it's always when I try to eat eggs 😅 #food
brittney
I couldn’t take the smell of eggs my first trimester never mind eating them!
It does get better though, now I eat them often 😊
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