The bloating sensation and the involuntary release of flatulence are due to the hormone progesterone, which causes certain muscle tissues to relax.
This softening of the stomach and intestines causes slower digestion, which increases gas production and heartburn. For this reason, pregnant women are advised to eat several light meals throughout the day instead of eating a lot at once.
Other symptoms that the pregnant woman may have in the ninth week are:
- Tiredness.
- Dizziness and nausea.
- Pain in the pelvis.
- Breast growth.
- Mood swings.
Read the full article on: Week 9 of pregnancy: how are the embryo and mother doing? ( 66).
By Laura García de Miguel M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 09/11/2023
