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Week 11: Dad's Guide

First Trimester • Baby is the size of a a matchbox car

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👶 Baby Update

Size: A matchbox car

Baby's head is about half the body length (it'll even out). Tooth buds are forming under the gums. Hair follicles are developing. Baby is busy — stretching, rolling, and hiccupping.

💕 What She's Going Through

Nausea may be easing (finally). Increased appetite returning. Gas and bloating are common. She may feel warmer than usual due to increased blood flow.

💪 What You Should Do This Week

  • Start researching childbirth classes — the good ones book up months in advance
  • Talk about your announcement plan — most couples share around week 12-13
  • Keep showing up. The first trimester is lonely because nobody knows yet

🚫 Don't Say This

When is the fun part?

She's been sick for weeks. This IS the hard part. Acknowledge it.

🧠 Dad Hack

Plan your announcement together. Pinterest has ideas, but making it personal is better. Think about what's YOU.

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