This novel is based on what to expect in your baby's development. I will go over many stages your baby will experience through the 9 months of pregnancy. Please continue reading for a lot of helpful information.

Menstrual Cycle

Phase 1: 1-5 days

Shedding of the unused uterine lining.

Continues for 4-5 days

Phase 2: 6-9 days

This is the resting stage. the egg begins to mature

Menstrual Cycle

Phase 3: 10-14 days

Endometrium thickens

The egg enters the fallopian tubes

Phase 4: 15-18 days

Uterus continues to thicken in preparation for egg.

If egg is not fertilized, another cycle will begin.

• Missing menstrual period
• Morning sickness and nausea
• Frequent urination
• Breast enlarge and may become painful.

First Trimester

The fetus in your body is 1/2 an inch long.

The little heart that's no larger than a poppy seed has begun beating.

Head, mouth, liver, and intestines begin to take shape.

Month 1

Reminder: Do not eat Deli Meat!

2nd Month

Now 1/2 an inch long

Veins are clearly visible

Placenta has begun nourishing the baby.

Most vital organs are developed.

Make sure you take those vitamins!

Month 3

Now 2 1/2 inches long

Swallowing and kicking have begun

All organs and muscles have formed

Nails are starting to develope

• No matter how tempting.. Hot tubs are bad!

4th Month

6-7 inches long

Heartbeat can we

heard clearly

You may feel the

first kick

First outline of the

face are visible.

5th Month

Baby starts to suck thumb

8 inches long and almost weighs a pound

Skull bones are the most important bones being developed at this time for your baby.

Get lots of rest. Do not put too much on your plate.

6th Month

The baby's eyelashes and eyebrows are visible.

Your baby can hear the outside world

Lungs are now filled with amniotic fluids

Starting to practice breathing movements

Fingerprints are formed