2nd Trimester

  • Week 14

    Baby's sex becomes apparent
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    2nd Trimester

  • Week 15

    Baby's skeleton develops bones
  • Week 16

    The baby's motions can begin to become coordinated.
  • Week 17

    Fat begins to be stored under the skin for warmth and energy
  • Week 18

    The baby can begin to hear
  • Week 19

    Vernix caseosa covers the fetus to protect it from abbrasions. For girls, the uterus and vagina might begin to form.
  • Week 20

    This is the halfway point. You may begin to feel your baby's movement
  • Week 21

    Baby can swallow, and is becoming more active
  • Week 22

    Baby's hair becomes visible
  • Week 23

    Fingerprints and footprints form, skin becomes more pink or red, taste buds will soon develop
  • Week 24

    Baby is regularly sleeping and waking, Real hair is formed on his or her head.
  • Week 25

    Baby responds to your voice
  • Week 26

    Baby's fingernails develop