11 weeks pregnant
First trimester about 2 months
At 11 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the size of a fig.
Baby this week
About 40mm. The fetus is now fully formed with all organs in place — what follows is growth. The skeleton is beginning to harden from cartilage to bone.
Did you know? At week 11, the fetus begins making small, jerky movements visible on ultrasound — though you won't feel them for several more weeks.
What she may be feeling
- Nausea likely easing
- Energy slowly returning
- Round ligament aches
- Skin changes — possible glow or breakouts
- Mild headaches
- Increased appetite as nausea eases
- Visible bump starting for some
- Leg cramps beginning
Tips for her this week
- Nausea is often easing this week — energy may start returning slowly.
- The risk of miscarriage has dropped significantly from here.
- If NIPT results are in, review them with your doctor and ask all your questions.
- Start thinking about maternity wear — your regular clothes may start feeling tight soon.
For partners
- You're almost through the first trimester — the hardest stretch for most couples.
- If you're getting NIPT results back, be prepared to discuss them together regardless of outcome.
- Start planning your pregnancy announcement — you're nearly at the safe zone.
- Think about telling your employer soon so you can start planning paternity leave.
Partner to-do list
- Draft your pregnancy announcement plan
- Tell your employer — start paternity leave planning
- Review NIPT results with your partner if they've arrived
- Celebrate getting close to the end of the first trimester
This week together
- Plan the pregnancy announcement
- Discuss maternity and paternity leave timelines
- Research birthing classes — they book up months in advance
- Begin nursery planning in general terms
When to call your doctor or midwife
Contact your care provider right away, or call emergency services, if she has:
- Heavy bleeding
- Severe cramping
- Fever
- Painful urination
Trusted guidance: NHS: Pregnancy · NHS: Pregnancy complications · ACOG: Pregnancy · Pregnancy Info: Your pregnancy
Common questions
How big is the baby at 11 weeks?
At 11 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the size of a fig. About 40mm.
How many months is 11 weeks pregnant?
11 weeks pregnant is about 2 months, in the first trimester.
What can partners do at 11 weeks?
You're almost through the first trimester — the hardest stretch for most couples. If you're getting NIPT results back, be prepared to discuss them together regardless of outcome.