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Week 8

Fingers and toes are starting to form.

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Baby size this week

As lovely as a raspberry

Measurements are averages — every baby grows at their own pace.

Length 1.6 cm 0.6 in
Weight 2 g 0.07 oz

Your baby this week

  • Fingers and toes start to form, still webbed
  • The tail-like structure disappears
  • Upper lip and nose take shape
  • The heart has divided into four chambers

Your body this week

Nausea
Fatigue
Bloating
Cramping
A little list for week 8

This week's to-do

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How we measure week 8

Pregnancy weeks are counted from the first day of your last menstrual period, following standard ACOG and NHS guidance. Sizes are crown-rump length in early weeks and head-to-heel from around week 20. Your care team may adjust dates after an ultrasound.

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BumpCount offers general information and does not replace advice from your doctor or midwife.