The embryo measures approximately 13-18 mm in length in the eighth week of pregnancy. The most important changes happening in your body this week are as follows:
- Skin formation
- Appearance of facial features
- Training of fingers and elbows
- Arms and legs lengthen
Read the full article on: Week 8 of pregnancy: development of the baby and changes in the mother ( 55).
By Lydia Pilar Suárez M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 02/17/2022
