Fetal Development Guide: Heartbeat, Size & Trimester Tips

Fetal growth follows a precise timeline, from the first heartbeat to the final stages of brain development. Proper nutrition delivered through the placenta is vital for maintaining healthy fetal weight and overall wellness.

Pains to Expect Within First Trimester of Pregnancy

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Tricia Mangan

During the first trimester (or first three months) of pregnancy, changing hormone levels begin to transform a woman’s body in ways that help to support the growing fetus and physically prepare the mother for childbirth.