10/12/2025
🎉 “Congratulations — you’re gonna be a mum!” 🎉
The first trimester can feel like a wild ride — exciting, emotional, and sometimes a little overwhelming. Your body is suddenly doing all the things: extra hormones, expanding uterus, more blood flow… even if there’s no baby bump yet, there’s plenty happening behind the scenes! 🤰✨
Good news though — massage can be enjoyed safely throughout pregnancy, including the early weeks. It’s a beautiful way to ease tension, support your changing body, and carve out a little calm in the chaos. 💆♀️💗
During these early weeks, you’ll usually have 2–3 prenatal visits and 1–2 scans to check in on how you and bub are doing. 🥰 Staying informed can help you feel more in tune with your body and know when it’s time to reach out for support.
Not sure if what you’re feeling is normal? Don’t guess — reach out:
🗣️ Chat with your midwife, GP, or obstetrician
📞 Call 13 HEALTH (24/7 registered nurses)
👶 Contact the Pregnancy, Birth & Baby Helpline: 1800 822 436
👉 Or connect with your local public maternity service: pregnancycare.health.qld.gov.au/self-referral
Every pregnancy is different — every body, every symptom, every journey. And that’s 100% okay. ❤️
Take care of yourself, ask questions, and reach out whenever you need support. You’ve got this, mama! 🌸
Source: Australian Government. Qld Government.