Fetal Development Month by Month 3.02-Fetal Development

First Month By the end of the two weeks, the zygote is about the size of a pin head. The heart, which is no larger than a poppy seed, has begun beating. The egg has attached itself to the lining of the uterus. 3.02-Fetal Development

First Month 3.02-Fetal Development

Two Months The zygote is about 1/4 inch long and has distinct, slightly webbed fingers. Face, eyes, ears, and limbs have developed. Veins are clearly visible. The heart has divided into right and left chambers. Zygote changes into an embryo at the end of eight weeks. 3.02-Fetal Development

Two Months 3.02-Fetal Development

Three Months By now the fetus is 1 inch long and is fully formed. He/she has begun swallowing and kicking. All organs and muscles have formed and are beginning to function. 3.02-Fetal Development

Four Months Baby is covered with a layer of thick, downy hair called lanugo. His/her heartbeat can be heard clearly. This is when the mother may feel baby's first kick. Size: about 3 inches long. 3.02-Fetal Development

4 months 3.02-Fetal Development

Five Months A protective coating called vernix caseosa begins to form on baby's skin. At this time the baby is about 6 ½-7 inches long and weighs almost 4-5 ounces. 3.02-Fetal Development

Six Months Eyebrows and eyelids are visible. The baby's lungs are filled with amniotic fluid, and he/she has started breathing motions. If the mother talks or sings, the baby can hear. 8-10 inches, about 8-12 ounces. 3.02-Fetal Development

6 Months 3.02-Fetal Development

Seven Months At the beginning of the seventh month, the baby weighs about 1 ½ pounds and is about 14-16 inches long. His/her body is well-formed. Fingernails cover the fingertips. 3.02-Fetal Development

Eight Months Baby is gaining about half a pound per week, and layers of fat are piling on. He/she has probably turned head-down in preparation for birth. He/she weighs between 2 1/2 and 3 pounds. 3.02-Fetal Development

8 months 3.02-Fetal Development

Nine Months Baby is a hefty 5 to 6 pounds and measures between 17 and 18 inches. As he/she becomes more crowded, the mother may feel baby move around less. 3.02-Fetal Development

List one important fact from each month. Share and discuss. Summary List one important fact from each month. Share and discuss. 3.02-Fetal Development