Did you know? At 5 weeks pregnant you might not feel pregnant at all! And there may be no visible signs yet. But if your period is late or you’ve missed it altogether, it could be time to take a pregnancy test.
Even though things may seem quiet on the outside, there’s a lot happening inside your body right now. It’s perfectly normal to feel a mix of curiosity, excitement, and maybe even a bit of confusion.
But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In this blog, we’ll break down everything you need to know about week 5 of pregnancy. Keep reading!
Home Pregnancy Tests
Home pregnancy tests are a simple and reliable way to detect an early pregnancy. The test looks for the level of hCG hormones in your urine. For an accurate result, it is recommended to take this test after you’ve missed your period. Because by that time your body has enough of the hormone to be detected in the test. However, taking the test too early may give you a false negative result.
The best time to take this test is usually early in the morning using the first pee after you wake up. In case you didn’t, you can wait for another three hours before peeing on the stick. To be double sure, you can repeat the test a couple of times.
Okay, so now do you see them? Two pink lines staring right back at you? Then congratulations mom-to-be!
But what lies ahead? What are the early pregnancy symptoms to expect when you’re 5 weeks pregnant? Let’s find out!
5 Weeks Pregnant: Early Pregnancy Symptoms
Here’s a list of early pregnancy symptoms which you may experience in your 5th week of pregnancy:
- Nausea also known as “morning sickness” along with other digestive issues such as bloating.
- Mood swings or sudden change in emotions from happy to sad and vice versa.
- New (possibly weird) food cravings and food aversions.
- A heightened sense of smell.
- A metallic taste in your mouth.
- Sore breasts.
- The need to pee more frequently.
- A milky white vaginal discharge.
- Light spotting or traces of blood from the vagina
- Cramping which may feel like period pains
- Hyperpigmentation on face or melasma
- Thicker and shinier hair
How Big Is Your Baby At 5 Weeks Pregnant?
At 5 weeks, your baby is the size of a sesame seed i.e. about 2mm long. Their facial features are gradually taking shape and their brain and spinal cord are rapidly developing. Also, the placenta is being formed which will be source of all nourishment for the baby in their entire course of pregnancy.
Summing Up
5 weeks pregnant may feel like just the beginning. But before you know it, 9 months will pass in a jiffy. So start cherishing each day of this journey. Eat well, stay calm, and soak in every little moment. Because one day, you’ll look back at it all and smile!