In week 2, your baby is
the size of a Poppy Seed
In week 2, your body prepares for ovulation. Stay healthy, track fertility, and set the stage for the start of your baby's journey.
Week 2 of pregnancy can feel confusing but exciting, especially if you're trying to conceive. Even before a missed period, subtle changes like mood swings, energy shifts, and slight changes in body temperature might signal the start of a new chapter in your pregnancy journey. Let's take a quick look, shall we?
In Week 2, your body might start giving you small clues about ovulation. If you’re planning to conceive, being aware of these signs can be helpful.
Mild abdominal cramps
Some people feel slight cramps or twinges when an egg is released during ovulation.
Increased libido
Hormonal shifts can lead to a higher sex drive, a natural way your body encourages conception.
Changes in cervical mucus
Cervical mucus becomes more transparent and stretchy around ovulation, which can help with conception.
Heightened sense of smell
Some people become more sensitive to smells, a subtle sign of hormonal changes in the body.
Tender breasts
Breast tenderness can happen as your hormone levels fluctuate, similar to what you may experience before a period.
Bloating
Like in Week 1, you may experience bloating as your body responds to hormonal changes.
In week 2, there's no embryo yet. The egg travels through the fallopian tube, awaiting fertilization. Hormones prepare the uterine lining. If fertilized, pregnancy begins.
Organ Development
Since fertilisation has not occurred yet, organ development hasn’t started. However, your body is actively preparing to support the embryo’s growth.
Physical Features
Physical features won’t begin forming until conception. But it’s remarkable to know that once fertilisation happens, all genetic information for your baby’s unique features will be set.
Weight of the Foetus
In Week 2, there is no embryo to measure. This stage is all about preparing the optimum conditions for growth.
Embrace the journey ahead. Your love and strength are already nurturing new life. Stay positive—each moment brings you closer to your little miracle.
During Week 2, you might feel much like you usually do. Some people notice signs of ovulation, like mild cramping or increased discharge, but otherwise, everything feels typical.
Breasts
You might not notice major changes, but some people experience slight tenderness due to hormonal shifts.
Skin, Hair, and Nails
Though changes may be minimal at this stage, hormones adjust, affecting your skin and hair texture.
Respiratory and Cardiovascular Systems
Your cardiovascular system will adjust later, but it’s getting ready to support increased blood flow if pregnancy occurs.
Uterus and Cervical Position
The uterus remains its usual size, but cervical mucus may thicken and become more slippery, supporting the path for sperm if conception happens.
Vaginal Discharge
You may notice clearer, stretchier discharge, which is normal during ovulation and helps support conception.
Though Week 2 may feel quiet, these changes mean your body is primed for the exciting journey that may unfold soon.
Doctor check-in
If your contractions are 10 minutes apart, intensify, or cause pain, call your doctor
Take it easy
Take care of yourself by cutting back on strenuous tasks and refraining from intercourse.
Stay active
Keep practising regular prenatal exercises like deep breathing, yoga and moderate walking.
Support circle
Labour can be demanding, surround yourself with loved ones for support and encouragement.
Stay active
Moderately intense exercise is great for you, but avoid sports that risk abdominal injury.
During Week 2, you won’t need pregnancy-specific scans. However, if you’re trying to conceive, it’s still a good idea to visit your doctor.
Transvaginal Ultrasound
Your doctor may suggest a transvaginal ultrasound if you're early in pregnancy, around 4 to 5 weeks. This scan gives clearer images than an abdominal ultrasound in the early weeks. It helps determine the gestational age of the pregnancy and can even detect a fetal heartbeat as early as 6 weeks.
At Week 2, your body is preparing for potential pregnancy by getting ready for ovulation. Hormones adjust to create an ideal environment for conception, supporting your reproductive health.
Hormonal changes before ovulation can affect your mood, leading to irritability, sadness, or excitement. Mood swings are common and normal during this time.
Yes, it’s safe to exercise in Week 2, especially if you’re already active. Regular activity is healthy and reduces stress. If you’re trying to conceive, listen to your body and consult your doctor if unsure about certain exercises.
While major diet changes may not be necessary, Week 2 is a good time to focus on healthy eating. A balanced diet with vitamins, minerals, and fibre supports overall health. If you’re trying to conceive, add folic acid to help early development.
There isn’t a baby yet in Week 2; this week is about ovulation and preparation for fertilisation. If fertilisation occurs, early development will begin shortly after.
Spotting around ovulation can occur in Week 2. It’s a normal part of the menstrual cycle and isn’t necessarily linked to pregnancy.
An increase in cervical mucus is normal in Week 2, signalling that your body is preparing for ovulation. The mucus becomes clearer and stretchier, aiding sperm movement.
Tracking symptoms like cervical mucus changes and mood helps you understand your cycle. Using an app or journal to log these changes can reveal patterns and assist with planning for conception.
