What To Expect At Week 6

By Priyadarshika Ingle | Updated: 27/07/2020

When you are 6 weeks pregnant, the idea of becoming a mother must finally be sinking in. This week, your baby’s fingers and toes will begin to develop, and their heart will beat twice as fast as your own. Mood swings will be just around the corner and you can’t really do that much about them, so simply accept things as they come. At this stage, you may also observe vaginal spotting. Though it is normal, it can be a sign of an impending miscarriage. The first trimester is an extremely sensitive issue, so see your doctor if you notice any spotting.

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