Second & Third Trimesters. Second Trimester Physically the easiest trimester for the mom Weeks 14-27, Months 4-6.

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!