You at 7 Weeks Pregnant: Your Body and Mind
Hyperemesis gravidarum research and pelvic floor exercises to try.
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Let's talk: morning sickness
At 7 weeks pregnant, it’s possible you’ve started experiencing morning sickness (more than two-thirds of pregnant women do). But be aware that if your nausea lingers after week 14—or you can’t keep any food or liquids down—you should talk to a medical professional about hyperemesis gravidarum. In 2023, scientists pinpointed the cause of this severe morning sickness: a hormone called GDF15. The recent findings offer hope for better treatments which you can learn more about here. (And these are some of our favorite run-of-the-mill morning sickness hacks, if you’re interested.)
Your top questions, answered
🩺 Prenatal Visit: Is there a resource for gathering my family health history? Learn more→
🧴 Skincare Routine: Can I use retinol during pregnancy? Learn more→
😮💨 Body Talk: Is it normal to be short of breath? Learn more→
🧘 Meditation: What’s a good practice for releasing stress? Learn more→
In her words
“Pregnancy brings you into this sort of commune—you feel connected to women in a way that you never have.” — Olivia Wilde
More to read at 7 weeks pregnant
Pelvic Floor Exercises to Try (With Useful Visuals!) | You might’ve heard of the importance of pelvic floor muscles for everything from bathroom functions, to sitting & standing, to something very top of mind at the moment: childbirth. We love this story on the topic because it’s chock full of visuals for understanding the region & properly executing various exercises to keep it healthy. Read more→
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