Reference · Weeks
Pregnancy, week by week.
Doula-perspective companions for every week of pregnancy — what is happening with baby, what you might be feeling, what helps, and what to ask your care team.
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Reference · Weeks
Doula-perspective companions for every week of pregnancy — what is happening with baby, what you might be feeling, what helps, and what to ask your care team.
Welcome to the second trimester! This week often brings a welcome shift in energy and a chance to feel more settled in your pregnancy.
Welcome to Week 15, a time when your baby, now about the size of an apple, is beginning to hear sounds, and you might be feeling a renewed sense of energy.
As your baby grows to the size of an avocado, you might start to feel those first fluttery movements, often called quickening, marking a beautiful new connection.
At Week 17, your baby is steadily growing, developing essential fat layers, and you might notice your belly becoming more distinctly visible.
Week 18 often brings the excitement of the anatomy scan, offering a detailed look at your baby's development and a chance to feel their movements more regularly.
This week, your baby's sensory development is accelerating, deepening your connection as you both continue to grow and adapt.
Welcome to Week 20, the halfway point of your pregnancy, where your baby is growing steadily, and you might be feeling more connected than ever.
Week 21 often brings more noticeable baby movements and the start of rapid weight gain, inviting you to connect more deeply with your growing little one.
At 22 weeks, your baby is developing their unique fingerprints, while you might be feeling more connected and noticing new physical sensations.
At 23 weeks, your baby is growing rapidly, reaching the viability threshold, and you're likely feeling more connected as you navigate the second trimester with increasing awareness.
At 24 weeks, your baby is growing rapidly, developing critical lung function, and you might be preparing for your gestational diabetes screening.
At 25 weeks, your baby is growing rapidly, developing more distinct features, and becoming increasingly responsive to the sounds of your voice and the world around them.
At 26 weeks, your baby's eyes are opening for the first time, exploring their world within, while you continue to navigate the exciting shifts of your second trimester.
Week 27 marks the close of your second trimester, a time for your baby's continued growth and your body's gentle preparation for the weeks ahead.
This is general wellness information, not medical advice. For personalized guidance, talk with your obstetric provider.