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1st Week of Pregnancy

Yes, Pregnancy Begins Before Conception

Your Changing Body in Week 1 of Pregnancy

Pregnant Mom Looking in Mirror

Your body is starting to get ready for baby — even in the first week!

 
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Your Changing Body at Week One: Preconception

During preconception, your body is preparing for your baby — in fact, it's been preparing every month since puberty. During every period, your uterus has shed its lining. That creates a new lining that's rich in blood vessels to house and nourish a developing baby. Now it's setting the stage for the nine months ahead.

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