Day 90 of 280, first trimester
You are 12 weeks and 6 days
It's never too early to plan what you'll need for your baby, even if you don't want to start shopping yet.
190 days until your due date
Now that you're in the safer second trimester, you may be tempted to buy a few baby things, unless you're superstitious and would rather wait. A good reason to shop now is that your energy should be at its pregnancy peak; in later months, carrying your belly and your bags around the stores will be tiring.
Even if you're not buying yet, start planning. Ask friends to recommend their favorite strollers, cribs, slings, and car seats, then check prices so you can budget. Family and friends may also offer used items to buy or borrow.
If you buy new baby clothes, leave the tags on and check the returns policy, in case your baby is too big for newborn sizes or you change your mind.
Focus on
Your body: Managing hair growth
Changing hormones can play havoc with hair growth. To deal with unwanted new hair:
- Shave larger areas and pluck the odd stray hair.
- Depilatory creams and bleaches may be absorbed through the skin, so shaving and tweezing are safer. If you must use them, do a patch test first and keep the room well ventilated.
- If you wax, your skin may be more sensitive than usual.
Ask a Doctor
My parents reacted badly to my pregnancy because they disapprove of my partner. What can I do?
First, give them time. Having a baby together is the ultimate commitment and a life-changing event, and to your parents it signals that your partner is here to stay, however much they disapprove.
Once things calm down, suggest they use the pregnancy as a chance to rebuild their relationship with your partner and start afresh. Reassure them that you both want them in their grandchild's life and would rather clear the air now, so there's no tension once the baby arrives.
It will probably all be forgotten when they hold their grandchild, and since part of that baby is your partner, it should help them warm to him.
Appointments and key dates around now
- Booking appointmentUsually between 8 and 12 weeks
- Dating scanBetween 11 and 14 weeks
Read the full 12 weeks pregnant guide
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.