Watch the 3 Educational Videos to Help Guide Your Journey
Having an unexpected pregnancy can bring a mix of emotions. You may have questions and uncertainty but take a deep breath.
Your life is already changed.
So, take time to determine your future because pregnancy will impact the rest of your life.
Common fears with answers:
F: Life is over
A: Life is different, but not over.
You can have your dreams and your baby.
F: I am powerless
A: You are not powerless. There is support for you at your local pregnancy center.
F: I have no options
A: Everyone has three options. Talk about each one.
Next Steps:
Have questions or concerns? Get the best care by finding a medical professional!
Conception – The egg and sperm unite to form a zygote.
5 weeks – The heart is the first organ to function.
11 weeks – The baby has all of the major organs and is a recognizable human being.
18 weeks – Fetal movement can usually be felt.
20 weeks – You are halfway through your pregnancy! The baby has a favorite sleeping
position.
24 weeks - The baby recognizes their mother’s voice.
28 weeks - With intensive care support, a baby born at this stage can breathe air.
34 weeks - The baby’s eyes are wide open, and the head is covered in hair.
40 weeks - The baby is head-down and ready to be born.
CONGRATULATIONS! You have an incredible adventure ahead of you.
Common pregnancy symptoms:
Start:
Drinking plenty of water Getting plenty of sleep Taking prenatal vitamins Eating healthy foods
Stop:
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SUICIDE CRISIS LINE: 0800 567 567 or
SMS to 31393
Or for more help and emergency numbers visit: Grace Counselling www.gracecounselling.org.za or
SADAG www.sadag.org