Your baby this week
All of your baby's important organs are formed and working together! The bones are starting to harden, and tiny fingernails and toenails are growing on those little hands. Your baby's brain is producing 250,000 new neurons every minute — and will need them all. The tail is completely gone now, and if you could see in, your baby looks like a real tiny human. Tooth buds are forming under the gums too.
Your body this week
Good news — nausea often starts to ease from here! Your uterus is now the size of an orange. Veins may become more visible on your breasts and abdomen as blood flow increases. You might feel round ligament pain — sharp twinges on the sides of your belly — as your uterus grows. On the upside, you might notice thicker, shinier hair. Your body is blooming.
Common symptoms this week
Every pregnancy is different — you may notice some of these, all of them, or none at all. None of this is a checklist to worry over.
- Nausea finally easing
- More visible veins
- Round ligament twinges
- Thicker, shinier hair
This week’s checklist
- NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) can be done from this week
- Discuss genetic screening options with your doctor
- Start thinking about your delivery preference (government hospital, private hospital, or home birth)
- Eat calcium-rich foods to support your baby's growing bones — explore the Resources section in Discover to find a dietitian near you
- Take a bump photo to start tracking your journey!
What’s normal this week
Most of what you’re feeling is your body doing exactly what it should — the everyday symptoms don’t need a call. The signs below are the rare exceptions: noticing one doesn’t mean something’s wrong, just that it’s worth a quick check.
When to call your doctor
- Vaginal bleeding
- Severe headaches that don't respond to rest and hydration
- Pain or burning during urination
This guide offers general information for a typical pregnancy and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Always follow your doctor or midwife’s guidance for your situation.
Frequently asked questions
How big is my baby at 10 weeks pregnant?
At 10 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the size of a strawberry.
What are common symptoms at 10 weeks pregnant?
Common symptoms around 10 weeks pregnant include nausea finally easing; more visible veins; round ligament twinges; thicker, shinier hair. Every pregnancy is different — you may notice some of these, all of them, or none at all.
What is developing at 10 weeks pregnant?
All of your baby's important organs are formed and working together! The bones are starting to harden, and tiny fingernails and toenails are growing on those little hands.
When should I call my doctor at 10 weeks pregnant?
Call your doctor at 10 weeks if you notice vaginal bleeding, severe headaches that don't respond to rest and hydration, pain or burning during urination.
Last updated June 2026
References
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