Second & Third Trimesters
Second Trimester
Physically the easiest trimester for the mom
Weeks 14-27, Months 4-6
Fourth Month for Mom
Body is adjusted to pregnancy.
Increased appetite. May feel first kick Gained 2-4 lbs. Clothes fitting snug.
Fourth Month for Baby
Bones harden. Actively moving. Lower parts of body
grow rapidly. Sex organs fully
formed. Heartbeat detected. 3-6 inches 5 oz.
Fifth Month for Mom
Mild back-aches. Size change is obvious
to others. Hears heart beat. Ultrasound. Feels movement
(quickening) Gains 5-8 lbs.
Fifth Month for Baby
Lanugo - hair. Vernix – waxy substance Ears and nose develop
cartilage. Finger and toe nails. Can suck thumb, hiccup,
and kick. 12 inches 14 oz.
Smallest baby in the world born At just 22 weeks
She was 10 OUNCES when born and 9.5 inches. That's just longer than the length of your hand. She weighed less than a can of soda!
Her little feet
Sixth Month for Mom
Increased need for sleep.
Gained 10-12 lbs.
Sixth Month for Baby
Eyes and eyelids fully formed.
Fat developing under skin.
Practices breathing movements.
Can hear sounds 14 inches 2 pounds
End of Second Trimester
Baby continues to develop and grow.
Mom feels good. Easiest trimester for
mom and baby.
Third Trimester
Most Physically demanding for mom
Weeks 28-40, Months 7-9
Seventh Month for Mom
Affects posture. Leg cramps. Back-aches. Waddling. Gains 12-15 pounds.
Seventh Month for Baby
Brain developing rapidly.
Inhales amniotic fluid to develop lungs.
Gaining lots of weight. Vision, hearing, taste,
and touch 17 inches 3 pounds
Eighth Month for Mom
Heartburn. Difficulty breathing. Multiple small meals. Increased urination. Back, leg and muscle
aches. Gains 15-20 pounds.
Eighth Month for Baby
Fat is stored for later use.
Fingernails reach beyond fingertips.
Rapid growth. Sheds vernix & lanugo. Head down 17 inches 5 pounds
Ninth Month for Mom
Baby drops into pelvis. Contractions. Gains 20-30 pounds. Gives birth!!!!
Ninth Month for Baby
Organ system fully functional.
Antibodies from mother’s blood
Vernix covers body. Lightening: settles
into pelvis (head down) 21 inches 7 pounds
End of Third Trimester
Most difficult for mom. Baby gains weight
rapidly. Both are ready for
birth!
Welcome to the World!
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