13 & 14 Weeks Pregnant: Missed Appointments & Second Trimester Reality

Here are my 13 & 14 weeks pregnant updates!

Updated April 2026 – This pregnancy diary was written in 2020 during the first COVID-19 lockdown. Many routine midwife appointments were disrupted, which affected my early pregnancy care. I’m sharing this experience honestly to help others understand what early pregnancy can really be like.

Pregnancy Diary: 13 & 14 weeks pregnant

Getting Dressed and Feeling Human Again
The Forgotten Appointments
Feeling Let Down by Maternity Care
When Morning Sickness Comes Back
FAQ Second Trimester Questions
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Getting Dressed and Feeling Human Again

Yes! My maternity leggings and tops arrived so I’m now making a real effort to get showered and dressed every day. It’s hard when you’re in lockdown AND ill. I also bought myself some Liz Earle skincare to take better care of my skin as I’ve been horrific the past few days. I even got my act together and threw some old skincare and makeup products out to make the bathroom a bit more spacious! I’ve also started using body moisturiser to help tackle stretch marks! I don’t have any yet, but my skin is usually really dry, so I’m hoping the cream might keep them away a little longer and help make them fade quicker!

The Forgotten Appointments

On the day after my scan last week, I got a call from the hospital. I was really worried that something was wrong but they forgot to do some tests.

Because of Coronavirus, I never actually had an 8-week appointment. It was just a short phone call from the midwife. I should have had my weight, height, and blood pressure done, and some blood was taken. At my scan, they did weigh me and then took some blood, and I thought that was it. But the blood was for the screening tests and not for the 8-week tests.

I had to go back to the hospital a week later with a urine sample to have everything done properly. The staff still weren’t quite sure what to do with me. They took lots of blood, then I mentioned I needed my blood pressure checked. They asked why, and I explained that’s what I’d been told at the scan – I assumed these were standard tests everyone has.

They did it, then they asked if there was anything else, and I said I was meant to see a midwife, and she pointed to this woman at the desk and was like, ” Well, that’s a midwife.

I wasn’t sure what I was meant to see a midwife for. I assumed it was because I’d not seen one yet and they were going to take me to a room and ask me some questions. But she just flicked through the notes and said I needed a diabetes test.

More blood.

Pregnant woman's hand during blood test appointment at 14 weeks

Feeling Let Down by Maternity Care

I’ve not really felt great about my care so far if I’m honest. I know there’s a lot going on but I expected I’d have a midwife as a point of contact and although I do have her number, I’ve not actually spoken to her yet and won’t meet her until I’m 25 weeks. I seem to have been forgotten and messed about a bit. Or that’s how it feels.

I guess this pregnancy is a huge deal to me, but for the midwives, they see pregnant people every day, so they’re really flippant about stuff. I don’t know.

When Morning Sickness Comes Back

Anyway, after getting home, I started to feel really ill. I wasn’t well all night and spent the evening on the sofa. At 7am I threw up and then spent the rest of the day in bed. I had my piano lesson at 5 pm, which I only just made it through (on Skype!). I didn’t want to let her down, as I had taken a two-month break already due to morning sickness.

Black maternity leggings worn at 13 weeks pregnant

I felt a bit better the next few days but on Sunday I started to feel bad again and was throwing up again. Another day in bed all Sunday and Monday! I swear I think it’s getting better and then it just hits me again.

They said the second trimester is meant to be great and although I do have some days where I am able to do things, I still feel sick all the time and have days where I’m in bed.

FAQ Second Trimester Questions

Should I feel better by 13 weeks?

The second trimester is often called the ‘honeymoon period’ of pregnancy, but not everyone experiences it this way. Some women, like me, continue to feel sick well into their second trimester. If symptoms persist or worsen, always speak to your midwife.

What appointments should I have had by 14 weeks?

Typically, you should have had a booking appointment (8-12 weeks) with blood tests, urine tests, blood pressure check, and height/weight measurements, plus your 12-week dating scan. COVID-19 disrupted this schedule for many of us, but these tests are important for monitoring your health and baby’s development.

Is it normal to feel forgotten by maternity services?

Unfortunately, it’s more common than it should be. Maternity services are often overstretched, and during COVID-19 this was even worse. If you feel your care isn’t adequate, don’t be afraid to chase appointments or ask questions. You have a right to proper antenatal care.

Can morning sickness return in the second trimester?

Yes, absolutely. While many women find relief around 12-14 weeks, others experience waves of sickness throughout pregnancy. If you’re struggling to keep food or fluids down, contact your midwife or GP as you may need additional support.