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First Trimester

Week 11 of pregnancy

Your baby is the size of a fig.

Length: 4.1 cm / 1.6 in · Weight: 7 g / 0.2 oz

Baby at 11 weeks

  • Baby's head is half its body length.
  • Tongue + palate developing.
  • First reflexes — baby may suck thumb.

What you may feel

  • Nausea easing for many.
  • Increased appetite.
  • Heartburn beginning.
  • Visible bump.

This week’s checklist

  • Schedule combined screening (11-13+6 weeks).
  • Start thinking about birth plans / where to give birth.
  • Stay active — pregnancy yoga or swimming.

Key milestone

Combined screening window opens (11-13+6 weeks).

Doctor / midwife visits

Dating scan + combined screening (11-13+6 weeks).

Top foods this week

salmon

Is it safe?

walnuts

Is it safe?

blueberries

Is it safe?

Educational only — not medical advice. Always consult your midwife or GP. Sources: NICE NG201 antenatal care, NICE NG207 inducing labour, NHS, RCOG. Read the full medical disclaimer.