When gender is formed during pregnancy?

Question

Just curious na, not for any test or anything. We were just talking at home about at what week the baby gender actually forms. Anyone know roughly?

Snigdha Dave · Answer

It is decided at the very beginning of conception itself. Just enjoy your pregnancy journey and stay positive for a healthy baby!

Ramya Gautam · Answer

My mother told me baby's features form slowly, but scientifically gender is set right at conception. Focus on eating healthy and keeping yourself happy.

Chitralekha Chatterjee · Answer

It is set at conception, but make sure to monitor your health. For me, regular thyroid checks were more important than anything else.

Kamakshi Chaturvedi · Answer

Baby's gender is biologically determined at the time of conception.

Mihika Bhat · Answer

God decides the baby's gender at the very moment of conception. Just pray for a healthy child and a safe delivery.

Karishma Soni · Answer

The baby's gender is decided the moment sperm meets egg, but we can't change or choose it. Right now in my 3rd trimester, my swollen feet are my only focus haha.

Devi Kelkar · Answer

Yaar actually gender is decided at the time of fertilization by chromosomes. It is fully fixed from day one itself, even if we only find out later.

Rashmi Saraf · Answer

Biologically gender is fixed at conception itself, though genitals develop around 12 weeks. Please focus on a healthy pregnancy and follow your doctor's advice.