8 weeks pregnant

Two months into pregnancy the embryo is about 2.5cm (around 1 in) long.

Your body

You can have your first antenatal check-up (or booking-in appointment) which will take place either at your GP's surgery or at the hospital where you plan to give birth. If you have any problems such as morning sickness or worries about your pregnancy, talk them over now for reassurance.

What's changing?

Pregnancy hormones have flooded your system and you may be experiencing full-blown morning sickness. Your uterus is now the size of an orange and you may feel some cramping.

Cat frights and mud mites

Much as you love your cat, you should no longer be cleaning out her litter tray - otherwise you risk contracting toxoplasmosis, an infection that can be dangerous for your baby. Ditto gardening: the parasites also thrive in soil, so always wear gloves.

And if you head out into the countryside for some fresh air, beware of lambs: harmless as they look, these little woolly babes also carry toxoplasmosis. Most people, especially those who have cats, already have immunity to the condition, so if you're worried, ask your doctor to test you for it.

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