Week 8
Your baby is the size of a Raspberry
Baby Size
Raspberry
Length
0.6 in (1.6 cm)
Weight
0.04 oz (1 g)
Trimester
First Trimester
Your Baby at Week 8
Week 8 marks a major milestone — your baby is now officially a fetus. All major organs have begun forming.
Key milestone: All major organs are forming. The tail disappears. Fingers and toes begin to separate.
Your Symptoms
Bloating and constipation from hormonal changes. Continued breast tenderness.
Tip for This Week
Increase fiber intake and drink plenty of water to manage constipation.
Your Body at Week 8
During the first trimester, your body is working overtime to build the placenta and support rapid embryonic development. Hormones like hCG, estrogen, and progesterone surge, causing many of the symptoms you're experiencing. Your blood volume is already increasing, and your uterus is beginning to expand — even if you can't see it yet.
Your baby at week 8 is the size of a Raspberry, measuring about 0.6 in (1.6 cm) and weighing roughly 0.04 oz (1 g). The focus is on forming all major organ systems that will sustain your baby through the rest of pregnancy and beyond.
Your Baby's Development This Week
Week 8 marks a major milestone — your baby is now officially a fetus. All major organs have begun forming. The key milestone this week is that all major organs are forming. the tail disappears. fingers and toes begin to separate.
The first trimester is a period of incredible transformation. From a single cell to a fully formed fetus in just 12 weeks — your baby's development is happening at an astonishing pace. Each week brings new organs, new abilities, and new reasons to marvel at the process.
This week's voice theme
“Tiny fingers, tiny toes — perfectly made.”
Imagine hearing this every morning — a voice note from your baby that evolves week by week.
Hear your baby's voice →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an embryo and a fetus?
At 8 weeks, your baby transitions from embryo to fetus. All major organs have formed, and the remaining weeks focus on growth.
What does my baby look like at 8 weeks?
Your baby looks like a tiny human with a large head, webbed fingers, and a visible nose.