Welcome to Week 9—your embryo is officially a fetus now! It may still be small (around the size of a grape, just under 1 inch), but this little one is starting to move around like they mean it. You just can’t feel it yet—and honestly, that’s probably for the best while you’re still adjusting to everything.
What’s Happening in Your Body?
Your baby’s muscles are forming, and they’re starting to make tiny, spontaneous movements. Arms and legs are growing longer, elbows are forming, and those little fingers and toes are becoming more defined (less webbed, more wiggly).
Your placenta is also growing rapidly to take over hormone production from your body. That shift can lead to some pretty intense symptoms—or even a few moments of relief.
Common Symptoms This Week
Nausea and vomiting (still going strong for many)
Exhaustion
Headaches
Mood swings
Digestive issues (bloating, gas, constipation)
Skin changes (hello, acne or that infamous “glow”)
And if you’re lucky, some early symptoms may start to ease up this week. If not—hang in there, the second trimester is coming.
What You Can Do This Week
Stay hydrated—especially if nausea is making food tricky
Try protein-rich snacks to help stabilize energy and blood sugar
Schedule your first ultrasound, if you haven’t already
Start thinking about mental health: anxiety and mood shifts are super common in early pregnancy—talk to someone if things feel off
And remember: tracking your well-being matters, even now. That’s why Cubtale offers tools for new parents before baby arrives—so you can reflect on what’s working (and what’s not).
Real Talk
Week 9 can feel weird. You’re officially pregnant, but you might not “look it” yet. You might be too tired to be excited. Or too sick to believe this is real. Or too nervous to celebrate.
All of that is okay.
We see you. Navigating your changing body, your shifting identity, and your thousand quiet questions—without even a baby bump to show for it. It’s a strange, invisible milestone. And still so important.
We’re not doctors—we’re just parents who’ve been through the late-night Google searches, the “is this normal?” moments, and the waiting game. Everything we share here comes from our own experiences and research, but it’s not medical advice.
If you ever have questions or concerns about your pregnancy, always check with your healthcare provider. And if you notice anything we missed or got wrong, we’d love to hear from you—drop us a message anytime.