Week 8
The baby's length is around 15 - 20 mm. Although it starts to move, this can only be noticed between the 16th and 20th weeks. In this week, the baby's tongue and lips develop, and the formation of teeth begins. The eyelids begin to appear in folds. The baby's cartilaginous skeleton will now begin to harden, and its fingers will be distinct but webbed.
Changes may occur in the mother's skin during this period. Skin problems, acne and oiliness may occur. Weakness, feeling of fatigue and fullness in the breasts are common. He will complain of frequent urination.
Week 12
His kidneys are now working better. By the 12th week, all the baby's organs have completed their development and started to grow in volume. Its length is approximately 70 mm. The face begins to become clear. It is quite active. Her nails appear, her hair and nails begin to grow. The external genital organs have not completed their development. The growing uterus does not bother the mother as much as before. Complaints of frequent urination and burning in the stomach decrease. However, in the future, these complaints will reoccur in the last period of pregnancy. Again, this week, there may be complaints such as dizziness and headaches due to the increase in blood volume. In return, complaints of nausea and fatigue will decrease.
16th Week
The baby opens and closes its mouth and moves its eyelids. The face has become more distinct. The baby's reflexes to breathing and light begin. Towards the end of this week, the gender of the baby can be learned through ultrasound. The baby becomes more active this week and experienced expectant mothers can feel these movements.
20th Week
The baby's length is 25 cm and its weight is approximately 400-450 grams. The feathers covering its body are densely seen in the head and neck area. Heart beats faster. In the mother, the upper part of the uterus reaches the navel level and a darkness begins to form between the belly button and the groin and will disappear after birth. Due to the expansion of the uterus, pressure on the stomach, kidneys and lungs may increase. There may be difficulty in breathing from time to time.
24. Week
The baby's height is approximately 28-30 cm and its weight is 550-650 grams. is around. After this week, the baby has the chance to survive independently of its mother and outside its mother's body. During this week, the vascular structures in the baby's lungs mature and almost all organs begin to function. Due to the effect of hormones, the mother may experience bleeding gums during this period. Receding gums and even tooth loss may occur in advanced stages.
28th Week
The baby's length is approximately 35-38 cm and its weight is around 1100-1200 grams. The baby's hair has grown and the eyebrows have completed their development. The baby opens and closes its eyes and goes through phases of sleep and wakefulness. Her body has started to store fat, and this plays an important role in regulating body temperature after birth. In the mother, the upper point of the uterus has almost reached the ribs. During this period, complaints of leg cramps, varicose veins, dry skin, waist and back pain, palpitations and indigestion may increase. If present, the hemorrhoid problem may get worse. Starting from this week, blood pressure needs to be monitored more closely. Generally, contractions can be felt in the abdomen starting from the 26th week. These contractions are called “Braxton-Hicks” contractions. It is like menstrual pain and occurs at irregular intervals. These contractions prepare the uterus for birth. It is necessary to take these cramps into consideration, they may be a sign of premature birth. The palm is placed on the abdomen to see if the contractions are regular. The frequency and duration of contractions are measured. If cramps become frequent, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
32nd Week
The baby now weighs almost 1800-2100 grams and is 40-42 cm tall. It can perceive external stimuli better. Their movements increase even more. In addition, the growth rate has decreased compared to previous periods. During this period, the baby's space becomes narrower as he grows even more. He stands with his legs and knees fully bent, his feet crossed, and his arms and neck bent forward. All fingers are open and their nails are fully developed.
As the uterus grows larger and the baby is upside down, the baby's feet can put pressure on the mother's ribs.
36. Week
The baby weighs an average of 2500-2900 g and is 46-48 cm tall. Baby's cheeks, fingers, cot It becomes more visible as fat continues to be stored. All organ systems have completed their development.
Insomnia complaints in the mother may increase this week. This is because the baby is slowly coming down and the pressure on the bladder increases. There may be a need to get up to go to the toilet frequently at night.
38th Week
The baby weighs an average of 3000 grams and is 49 cm tall. Feces called "meconium" begin to accumulate in the baby's intestines. The baby passes this stool within 24 hours after birth. Acting as a plug in the cervix; There is a bloody slimy discharge (engagement) that protects the inside of the uterus and the baby from germs that may come from outside. The appearance of the slimy discharge is called "engagement discharge". This situation also indicates birth.
40th Week
The baby's length is approximately 50-52 cm and its weight is around 3000-3500 grams. The length of the baby cord is about 50 cm. The creamy substance called vernix and the hairs called lanugo that cover the baby's skin begin to decrease. As of this week, the baby has completed its development. The baby's head settles at the birth canal entrance and is ready for birth.
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