Week 11, first trimester
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At 11 weeks, your baby's crown to rump length is 2 in (50 mm).
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Appointments and key dates this week
- Booking appointmentUsually between 8 and 12 weeks
- Dating scanBetween 11 and 14 weeks
Day by day this week
- 11 weeks 0 days (day 77)The organs that let your baby see, hear, and taste are developing fast, and he's starting to move around.
- 11 weeks 1 day (day 78)In this last week of the first trimester, you'll probably have your first scan and see your baby for the first time.
- 11 weeks 2 days (day 79)The dating scan is reassuring because it's a chance for your baby's progress and development to be checked thoroughly.
- 11 weeks 3 days (day 80)Is your skin as spotty as it was in your teens? Don't worry, it's the hormones again, and it will pass.
- 11 weeks 4 days (day 81)At around 12 weeks, your doctor may be able to hear your baby's heartbeat with a handheld monitor.
- 11 weeks 5 days (day 82)Having your first scan this week, and knowing the risk of miscarriage is lower now, should help you start to relax.
- 11 weeks 6 days (day 83)If you're out of breath at the top of the stairs, accept it as a normal side effect of pregnancy.
This is general information based on NHS guidance, not medical advice, and every pregnancy is different. Talk to your midwife or GP about anything that worries you. If your baby's movements slow down or change, or you have bleeding, severe pain or leaking fluid, call your maternity unit straight away. In an emergency, call 999.