Baby's development
- Sweat glands develop.
- Heart now regulated by the brain.
T2 · Second TrimesterWeek 17 of 40
Baby's skeleton hardens from cartilage to bone. Fat layers begin to form.
Progress43% · 23 weeks left
- Baby size
- Pear
- Length
- 13 cm
- Weight
- 140 g
What's happening to you
- Centre of gravity shifts — watch posture.
- Stretch marks may appear.
Tips for this week
- Moisturise belly, hips, thighs daily.
- Wear supportive footwear.