Early pregnancy can bring excitement, uncertainty and a growing list of questions. You do not need to match someone else's experience or arrive at an appointment with everything worked out.
This page began as a personal pregnancy diary. It has been revised into general information to help you prepare for your own care.
Start with your maternity care team
At around eight weeks, some people experience nausea or tiredness, while others feel quite different. If you have not yet arranged pregnancy care, contact your GP to discuss antenatal appointments and the options available to you. Pregnancy, Birth and Baby — Pregnancy at week 8.
Your questions are welcome even when they seem small. Write them down as they occur, so you do not have to remember everything during a busy appointment.
What might you bring?
- The date of your last period, if known.
- A list of medicines, vitamins and herbal products.
- Any existing medical conditions or relevant results.
- Questions about food, symptoms, screening and care options.
- Anything that is making daily life difficult.
Supplement needs vary. Some products can cause harm or interact with medicines, so ask your doctor, midwife or pharmacist to review what you take rather than copying another person's list. Healthdirect — Dietary supplements.
Find reliable support
Speak with your doctor or midwife about symptoms or worries. Pregnancy, Birth and Baby offers Australian information and access to a maternal child health nurse on 1800 882 436. Pregnancy, Birth and Baby — Pregnancy at week 8.
If coffee is one of your questions, our caffeine article can help you prepare the discussion. Individual pregnancy advice belongs with your maternity care team.
Sources
Read 15 October 2026. Sources support the adjacent general information; clinic links verify appointment descriptions only.
- Pregnancy, Birth and Baby — Pregnancy at week 8 — Australian public-health guidance; accessed 2026-10-15.
- Healthdirect — Dietary supplements — Australian public-health guidance; accessed 2026-10-15.
