Baby Growth

• Size is approximately 14.8 inches and 2.22 pounds.
• Your baby is the size of an eggplant.
• Your baby may be experiencing some hiccups, coughing, blinking, and dreaming!

You & Your Body

• Many of your previous symptoms may persist into this time.
• A new symptom may be “snissing” – urinating when you sneeze.
• Consult with your doctor if you have any of these symptoms (possible signs of preeclampsia): excessive swelling, particularly in the face or around the eyes; change in vision, such as blurred vision; intense pain in the upper abdomen; or nausea and vomiting.

Tips

• Maintain – or increase – your teeth brushing and flossing.
• If you’re planning on breastfeeding, consider a breastfeeding class.
• Make sure to keep all of your prenatal appointments, now twice a month.
• Follow your doctor’s directions for monitoring your baby’s movements.
• You may consider using a pantiliner.
• This is a good time to increase your iron intake for the baby.

Updated May 1, 2019