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A Quick Guide to Fertility Treatment and Pregnancy

This guide explains essential information chronologically, from trying to conceive to childbirth. It clearly explains the changes in a woman's body and what men should keep in mind.

Trying to conceive

Things to do during this time

Starting our fertility journey!

  • Measure your basal body temperature
  • When ovulation day approaches, try using an ovulation prediction test kit.
  • Try the timing method.
  • Keep your body warm.
  • Review your eating habits
  • If you're wondering, "Am I pregnant?", check with a pregnancy test!
  • Take the test at the designated time. If the result is positive, go to the hospital to confirm the pregnancy.
  • Pregnancy tests are only for reference. Testing too early can lead to...
    Sometimes, you might find out about a "chemical pregnancy" that you could have gone through without knowing about...
  • If you're having trouble getting pregnant, you should consult a doctor.

Things dads should keep in mind

  • Let's actively participate in fertility treatment.
  • Let's go home early on our friendly day.

Early pregnancy, 2-4 months of pregnancy

Changes in Mom's Body

  • Around the time you realize you're pregnant due to a two-monthdelay in your period or morning sickness.
  • The third monthis the peak of morning sickness and a very difficult time. Be careful of miscarriage.
  • Some women find their morning sickness subsides afterfour months, and their belly begins to swell.
  • 2 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 8-16 mm
    Weight: Approximately 1-4 grams

  • 3 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 13-60 mm
    Weight: Approximately 1-15 grams

  • 4 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 60-130 mm
    Weight: Approximately 15-100 grams

Things to do during this time

  • 2 monthsUse a pregnancy test
    If there's a possibility of pregnancy, go to a clinic.
  • I received my maternal and child health handbookat 3 months.
  • Pay attention to a balanced dietfor 4 months.

Things dads should keep in mind

  • Let's try to quit smoking little by little, considering the future implications.
  • Show your support for your mom, and help with household chores when she's not feeling well.

Second trimester (5th to 7th month of pregnancy)

Changes in Mom's Body

  • At 5 months,the belly and bust start to become more noticeable.
  • Some people can feel their baby moving, or "fetal movements," at6 months of age.
  • My belly has grown significantlyat 7 months.
  • 5 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 110-200 mm
    Weight: Approximately 60-280 grams

  • 6 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 170-300 mm
    Weight: Approximately 220-700 grams

  • 7 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 300-400 mm
    Weight: Approximately 500-1,250 grams

Things to do during this time

  • Wearing maternity clothesfor 5 months
  • Those who have been employedfor 6 months must submit a maternity leave and childcare leave application to their company.
  • Start preparing a name for your7-month-old baby and the things you'll need after birth.

Things dads should keep in mind

  • This is a time when mothers are more prone to experiencing back pain and swelling.
    Let's treat them with a massage or something similar.
  • Let's try communicating with the baby in your belly.

Late pregnancy (8th to 10th month of pregnancy)

Changes in Mom's Body

  • The 8th monthis a critical turning point between an easy or difficult delivery! Take good care of your health.
  • Unpleasant symptoms unique to the third trimester of pregnancy are at their peak at9 months.
  • Pay attention to your body's signals as your 10-monthdue date approaches.
  • 8 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 390-440 mm
    Weight: Approximately 900-2,000 grams

  • 9 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 420-460 mm
    Weight: Approximately 1,400–2,700 grams

  • 10 months

    Changes in a baby's body
    Height: Approximately 450-500 mm
    Weight: Approximately 2,000–3,600 grams

Things to do during this time

  • Be careful not to consume too much salt and sugarduring the first 8 months.
  • Those who are going back to their hometown to give birth after 9 monthsshould prepare for their trip home.
  • 10 monthsDon't miss the signs that labor is about to begin.
    Prepare for hospitalization

Things dads should keep in mind

  • If you're going back to your hometown to give birth, make sure to communicate closely with your mother.
  • Let's pack our hospital bag in preparation for childbirth.

From childbirth to immediately after birth

Changes in Mom's Body

  • Postpartum to about 1 week later
    • There are many changes that occur as your body returns to its pre-pregnancy state.
    • The uterus may be trying to return to its normal size, which can sometimes be painful.
    • My breasts are engorged in preparation for breastfeeding.

Things to do during this time

  • First, get plenty of rest.
  • I will share the news of the birth with the people I want to tell.
  • Ask your doctor or midwife about anything you're unsure about, such as breastfeeding or bathing, while you're in the hospital.
  • Get lots of skin-to-skin contact with your baby!

Things dads should keep in mind

  • Let's show some appreciation to the mom who worked so hard during childbirth.
  • Let's communicate a lot with our newborn baby.

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