{"id":96256,"date":"2023-04-25T12:39:44","date_gmt":"2023-04-25T18:39:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/?page_id=96256"},"modified":"2026-04-09T16:26:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T22:26:14","slug":"week-by-week","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/week-by-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Week-by-Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Week-by-Week <\/b>Your 40-Week Pregnancy Journey<\/h1>

Pregnancy is often described as lasting 40 weeks. Each week brings meaningful changes \u2014 both in your baby’s development and in your body. Understanding pregnancy week by week can help you feel prepared, informed, and connected as your baby grows.<\/p>

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40 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! You will probably be welcoming your baby this week. Here is what you can expect during at 40 weeks…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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39 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

At 39 weeks pregnant, you most likely have not experienced many changes over the last week or two. You probably…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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38 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What Changes are Occurring With Your Body? At 38 weeks pregnant, you may experience some swelling in your feet. which…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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37 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? If you have been measuring your uterus throughout your pregnancy, you may notice…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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36 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 36th Week Of Pregnancy You have reached 36 weeks pregnant, and your baby could arrive at any time. We…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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35 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

You are 35 weeks pregnant, and you are almost there! Here is what you can anticipate during pregnancy week 35.…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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34 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! You are one week closer to meeting your new baby. Here are several things you can expect during pregnancy…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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33 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 33rd Week Of Pregnancy Only 7 more weeks until your baby arrives. Here is what you can expect this…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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32 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

These last several weeks can become tiresome, but remember that every week brings you one step closer to the arrival…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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31 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

At 31 weeks pregnant you are getting closer to meeting your baby. Here is what you can anticipate during the…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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30 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What Changes Are Occurring in Your Body? 30 weeks pregnant, you\u2019re probably noticing you\u2019re becoming tired more easily. This may…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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29 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body during the 29th week of pregnancy? At 29 weeks pregnant, your total pregnancy…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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28 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 28th Week of Pregnancy Congratulations! You are one week closer to meeting your bundle of joy. Here are some…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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27 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Here is what you might experience 27 Weeks What changes are occurring with your body? By 27 weeks pregnant, you…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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26 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 26th Week Of Pregnancy The 26th week of pregnancy is the last week of the second trimester. Time may…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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25 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

At 25 weeks pregnant, you may feel a mixture of emotions, from anxious to excited. The nursery is getting done,…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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24 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? At 24 weeks pregnant, you can now feel the top of your uterus…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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23 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 23rd Week Of Pregnancy Most people are beginning to notice your changing shape. Continue reading for additional information regarding…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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22 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? You can now feel the top of your uterus about \u00be of an…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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21 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? At 21 weeks pregnant, The vast majority of people you encounter will realize…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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20 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 20th Week Of Pregnancy You are 20 weeks pregnant, you have made it halfway through your pregnancy! Keep reading…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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19 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? At 19 weeks pregnant you’re solidly in your second trimester when Round ligament…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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18 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

You are almost to the half-way point! Here is what you can expect in the 18th week of pregnancy. Get…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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17 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? As your abdomen continues to grow at 17 weeks pregnant, other organs will…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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16 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Only four weeks until the half-way mark! Here is a list of pointers to help you through pregnancy week 16.…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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15 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

What changes are occurring with your body? During pregnancy week 15 , the average weight gain at this point is…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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14 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 14th Week of Pregnancy Congratulations! The 14th week of pregnancy means you have begun your second trimester. Here is…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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13 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! The 13th week of pregnancy means you have one week left in your first trimester. Here is what you…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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12 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Relax! Most women will be experiencing a decrease in morning sickness this week. Here is what else you can expect.…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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11 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

You are one week closer to completing your first trimester! Here is a list of things to think about now…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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10 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

You are almost through your first trimester! Here is what you should expect this week at 10 weeks pregnant. What…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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9 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! You are one week closer to holding your bundle of joy. Here is a list of things to think…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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8 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

You have now completed almost two months! Here is what you can expect at eight weeks pregnant. If you have…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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7 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! Weeks four through seven are when most women discover\u00a0they are pregnant. This week-by-week newsletter will keep you informed about…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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6 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! Week 6 is when most women discover they are pregnant. This week-by-week newsletter will keep you informed about what…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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5 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

The 5th Week of Pregnancy Congratulations! Weeks four through seven are when most women discover they are pregnant. This week-by-week…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

4 Weeks Pregnant: The 4th Week of Your Pregnancy Congratulations! Pregnancy weeks four through seven are when most women discover…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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3 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

Congratulations! The third week of pregnancy is usually when ovulation and implantation occur. Here’s what you should know about your…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1-2 Weeks Pregnant<\/a><\/p>

One and Two Weeks Pregnant Congratulations! During the first and second week of pregnancy your body is preparing\u00a0for possible conception.…<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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How Pregnancy Weeks Are Counted<\/h2>

Pregnancy is measured from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP), even though conception typically occurs about two weeks later. Gestational age helps healthcare providers monitor development and schedule tests appropriately.<\/p>

This means:<\/strong><\/p>