1. Second & Third Trimesters

2. Physically the easiest trimester for the mom Weeks 14-27, Months 4-6
Second Trimester
Physically the easiest trimester for the mom
Weeks 14-27, Months 4-6

3. Fourth Month for Mom Body is adjusted to pregnancy.
Increased appetite.
May feel first kick
Gained 2-4 lbs.
Clothes fitting snug.

4. Fourth Month for Baby Bones harden. Actively moving.
Lower parts of body grow rapidly.
Sex organs fully formed.
Heartbeat detected.
3-6 inches 5 oz.

5. Fifth Month for Mom Mild back-aches. Size change is obvious to others.
Hears heart beat.
Ultrasound.
Feels movement (quickening)
Gains 5-8 lbs.

6. Fifth Month for Baby Lanugo - hair. Vernix – waxy substance
Ears and nose develop cartilage.
Finger and toe nails.
Can suck thumb, hiccup, and kick.
12 inches 14 oz.

7. Smallest baby in the world born At just 22 weeks
Her little feet
She was 10 OUNCES when born and 9.5 inches. That's just longer than the length of your hand. She weighed less than a can of soda!

8. Sixth Month for Mom
Increased need for sleep.
Gained lbs.

9. Sixth Month for Baby Eyes and eyelids fully formed.
Fat developing under skin.
Practices breathing movements.
Can hear sounds
14 inches 2 pounds

10. End of Second Trimester
Baby continues to develop and grow.
Mom feels good.
Easiest trimester for mom and baby.

11. Most Physically demanding for mom Weeks 28-40, Months 7-9
Third Trimester
Most Physically demanding for mom
Weeks 28-40, Months 7-9

12. Seventh Month for Mom Affects posture. Leg cramps. Back-aches.
Waddling.
Gains pounds.

13. Seventh Month for Baby Brain developing rapidly.
Inhales amniotic fluid to develop lungs.
Gaining lots of weight.
Vision, hearing, taste, and touch
17 inches 3 pounds

14. Eighth Month for Mom Heartburn. Difficulty breathing.
Multiple small meals.
Increased urination.
Back, leg and muscle aches.
Gains pounds.

15. Eighth Month for Baby Fat is stored for later use.
Fingernails reach beyond fingertips.
Rapid growth.
Sheds vernix & lanugo.
Head down
17 inches 5 pounds

16. Ninth Month for Mom Baby drops into pelvis. Contractions.
Gains pounds.
Gives birth!!!!

17. Ninth Month for Baby Organ system fully functional.
Antibodies from mother’s blood
Vernix covers body.
Lightening: settles into pelvis (head down)
21 inches 7 pounds

18. End of Third Trimester Most difficult for mom.
Baby gains weight rapidly.
Both are ready for birth!

19. Welcome to the World!