weeks by week pregnancy - 17th week

Your baby will measures approximately thirteen centimeters (5 inches).


The backbone, which was rubbery cartilage begins to harden and make the nature of the bone.


The hearing is also at the preliminary stage of development.


You will lose a little balance as you walk. Wear low heels to reduce the risk of falling.


In a vehicle, wear section of the ventral safety belt under your belly and very well adjusted to your hips for a maximum protection.

weeks by week pregnancy - 18th week

Your baby is now weigh almost two hundred and ten grams (7 ounces).


Whether your baby is a boy, his genitals are visible, but it is possible that the cache on ultrasound.


Your blood pressure measurements are probably lower than usual. Do not get up too quickly when you're lying or sitting position, or you may feel weak or dizzy be taken.


As your appetite as well as increase your waistline, you need clothes is now larger and more comfortable. Find clothing specially designed for pregnant women because they are more comfortable.

weeks by week pregnancy - 19th week

This little creature in you position now approximately 15 centimeters (6 inches).


His kidneys continue to secrete urine, and hair grows on his head.


It is possible that you will experience round ligament pain caused by stretching of the fibro muscular band that supports the uterus. The symptoms include pain in the abdomen or even stabbing pain in one or both sides of the abdomen. If the pain gets worse or if in doubt, consult your doctor.


During pregnancy your nipples, the freckles the scars, underarms, inner thighs and vulva may darken.

weeks by week pregnancy - 20th week

Fantastic here you are halfway!


Your baby will weigh approximately three hundred and fifteen grams (10 1 / 2 ounces).


Your baby will produce meconium, a dark matter due to cell loss, digestive secretion and swallowed amniotic fluid. In fact, the meconium accumulates in the intestines and your baby will be her first stool.


You are probably took approximately 5 kilos (10 pounds). From now on, you can expect to take around 500 grams (one pound) per week.

weeks by week pregnancy - 21st weeks

Your baby now weighs about 375 grams (3 / 4 pound).


At this point, you probably feel your baby move.


You are not too big, and the pain and discomfort associated with early pregnancy are mostly missing.


You may be suffering from mild acne. In addition, varicose veins can appear on your legs as the veins on your body because of the increased pressure on your veins. Make a daily brisk walk can bring you relief, like raising your legs or fold on the left side, feet raised under a pillow.

weeks by week pregnancy - 22nd weeks

Your baby now looks like a miniature newborn to about 500 grams (1 pound).


Her skin will continue to have a wrinkled appearance until it more weight.


Her lips are drawn further.


His eyes grow, but the pigmentation is not completed.


You can start to notice stretch marks on your belly as the skin stretches to accommodate your baby grows. These little lines can appear on your belly, but also on your buttocks, thighs, hips and breasts. The lotion does not prevent elementariness not stretch marks, but they help to relieve itching and discomfort.

weeks by week pregnancy - 23rd weeks

Your baby measures about 28 centimeters (11 inches).


He can hear outside noises that occur often strong, like the barking of your dog or the hum of the vacuum.


It is possible during your pregnancy you notice swelling, called edema, especially in the ankles and feet.


When you can, raise your feet, stretch your legs while sitting, do not sit for long periods, take regular exercise to increase blood flow and wear support stockings.


You should drink plenty of water as to be well hydrated actually helps prevent swelling.