Pregnancy week by week / Week 8
8 weeks pregnant
That’s 2 months — the first trimester, with 32 weeks to go.
Baby size at 8 weeks
Your baby is about 1.6 cm (0.6 in) long and weighs about 1 g — roughly the size of a raspberry.
What’s happening at 8 weeks
Now officially a fetus, the baby is moving (too small to feel) and fingers and toes are forming. Many people have their first prenatal visit around now.
Common symptoms at 8 weeks pregnant
- •Morning sickness
- •Darkening areolas
- •Bloating and constipation
- •Fatigue
- •Frequent urination
Every pregnancy is different — you may have all, some or none of these. Contact your doctor or midwife about anything that concerns you.
Count down to your due date
If you’re 8 weeks pregnant today, your due date is around Tuesday, January 26, 2027. Adjust the date below and create a free countdown to share.
First day of your last menstrual period (how doctors date a pregnancy)
⚕️ This is an estimate based on Naegele’s rule (40 weeks from your last period). Only about 1 in 20 babies arrive on the exact due date. Always confirm with your doctor or midwife.
FAQ
How many months is 8 weeks pregnant?
8 weeks pregnant is about 2 months, in the first trimester.
How big is the baby at 8 weeks?
At 8 weeks the baby is about 1.6 cm (0.6 in) long and weighs about 1 g — roughly the size of a raspberry.
What are the symptoms at 8 weeks pregnant?
Common symptoms around 8 weeks include morning sickness, darkening areolas, bloating and constipation, fatigue. Symptoms vary a lot from person to person — contact your provider if anything worries you.
When is my due date if I am 8 weeks pregnant?
If you are exactly 8 weeks pregnant today, your estimated due date is around Tuesday, January 26, 2027 — 32 weeks from now. Use the calculator below with your real last-period date for a personalised estimate.
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