Pregnancy is a wonderful experience that brings completeness to the word womanhood. The feeling of bringing a new life into existence makes the woman extra cautious about herself and about her unborn child. Thus the following pregnancy guide will keep you informed about child’s development and changes that occur within pregnant women’s body.

Nine months of pregnancy is normally divided into three pregnancy trimesters, of three months each.

First Trimester

This trimester comprises of 12 weeks which begins with last day of menstruation period. As the weeks proceed, ovulation and fertilization of egg takes place in the body. By the end of 12th week, the body of mother continues to grow and accommodates the growing fetus. During first trimester various hormonal, physical and respiratory changes occur which results in cramping, feeling of nausea and morning sickness.

Second Trimester

In this trimester women feels more energetic and slightly put on weight. Also the symptom of morning sickness drops down and eventually fades away. Months 4 through 6 of the pregnancy are called as the second trimester. As the months proceed from 4 to 6, the shape of the belly would have been upright. There is continuous development of internal organs of the baby and the fetus is covered in fine hair called lanugo. The baby develops fat deposition ability so as to regulate the body temperature after birth.

Third Trimester

The stage has come when maximum growth of child occurs. As the months proceeds from 7 to 9 the organs like brain and eyes are fully developed except lungs. The shape of the belly drops down due to fetus turning in downward position. The pregnant woman can feel the movement of their child inside them. During the seventh month of pregnancy there is a possibility of premature delivery. But there is nothing to panic about as under medical intensive care techniques probability of survival of premature babies has greatly increased. During last months of pregnancy symptoms like Back-ache, pain in ribs and spine due to rolling of child might cause discomfort to would be mothers. Finally, its a time when parents can look forward to hold their bundle of joys in their arms.

It is not possible to know before time how exactly your journey to motherhood will be like but it is always beneficial to have advance information. It will help to take decisions wisely. This article will provide you valuable information to hold on your healthy pregnancy.