Weeks 9 and 10 mark a special point in early pregnancy. Even though you may not be showing yet, your body is working hard to support new life inside of you. Whether you’re feeling excited, nervous, unsure, or somewhere in between, these early weeks can bring a lot of questions and we’re here to walk with you through each one.

Below, we’ll explore what happens during Weeks 9 and 10, what you might be feeling, and how Amnion can support you through this important stage.

Week 9 of Pregnancy: What’s Happening?

By Week 9, hormones are in full swing and often cause stronger pregnancy symptoms. You may experience:

• Increased fatigue
• Heightened sense of smell
• Nausea or vomiting
• Breast tenderness
• Mood shifts

Your uterus is also growing and beginning to stretch to make room for your little one as development rapidly accelerates.¹

Fetal Development at 9 Weeks

At this point, the little one inside your womb is referred to medically as a fetus, and so much is happening:

• The fetus is about the size of a grape.
• Tiny facial features (like nostrils and eyelids) begin forming more clearly.
• The heart has already been beating for several weeks and now has four chambers.
• Organs such as the liver, kidneys, and digestive system are developing.
• Limbs continue to lengthen, and fingers and toes become more defined.²

What You Can Do This Week

• Stay hydrated and eat small, frequent meals if nausea is strong.
• Get plenty of rest as fatigue tends to peak in the first trimester.
• Reach out to Amnion for support, pregnancy confirmation, or a FREE ultrasound appointment.

Week 10 of Pregnancy: Growth, Change, and Strength

Many of your Week 9 symptoms may continue, and some women notice:

• Visible veins due to increased blood flow
• Slight abdominal bloating
• Continued tenderness or fullness in the breasts

Your hormones are helping your body prepare for the months ahead, even if the changes feel overwhelming at times.¹

Fetal Development at 10 Weeks

Week 10 is a major milestone in fetal development:

• The fetus is now about the size of a strawberry.
• Every vital organ has begun forming and continues to mature.
• The fetus can bend limbs and may begin small movements (though you cannot feel them yet).
• Fingernails, toenails, and tiny details continue forming.² ³

What You Can Do This Week

• Continue eating nourishing meals as your appetite allows.
• Try gentle walks or stretching to ease fatigue.
• Schedule your first ultrasound or follow-up at Amnion if you haven’t already.

How Amnion Can Support You

Your pregnancy may come with questions, hopes, or even concerns. To help guide you through this season, Amnion offers:

• Free pregnancy testing
• Free ultrasounds
• Supportive education and pregnancy options counseling
• Compassionate team members to talk with

These early weeks lay the groundwork for everything that follows. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment or talk with someone who cares, reach out anytime.

We’re here for you!

1. Mayo Clinic– “Pregnancy Week by Week: First Trimester Body Changes.”
2. Cleveland Clinic– “Fetal Development: Stages of Growth.”
3. March of Dimes– “Week-by-Week Baby Development.”