Baby Growth

• Size is approximately 3.42 inches and 1.52 ounce.
• Your baby is as big as a peach.
• You’re finishing up your first trimester and entering your second.
• Your baby’s fingerprints are developing, and your baby now has use of his or her liver and kidneys.
• Small body hairs are beginning to grow, and the vocal cords are developing.
• Your baby can also complete some finer movements, such as facial expressions and grasping movements.

You & Your Body

• Your bump is getting bigger and your weight continues to increase. Healthy weight gain is 1-2 pounds per week.
• You may still feel some round ligament pain.
• You may also be experiencing increased energy and increased appetite.

Tips

• If you dropped off on exercise, it’s time to pick it back up! You can start with some yoga and walking.
• It’s time to make some arrangements. Consider what you will be doing for childcare.  Let your boss know that you are pregnant.  Let your children know that a little one is on the way.
• Sign up for a childbirth class.
• Make sure you are getting enough protein, iron, and calcium.
• Check that your urine is clear and light yellow, indicating that you are getting enough fluids.
• You may be able to start using your more sensitive fetal doppler at this point to start listening for your baby’s heartbeat.

Updated May 1, 2019