Prenatal Development

  • Signs of pregnancy

    Signs of pregnancy
    These may include missed menstruation, swollen breasts, Nausea, vomiting, Excessive tiredness, Abdominal changes, Positive pregnancy test.
  • First Trimester

    First Trimester
    The first trimester lasts from the first through the 13th week of pregnancy. Although you may not look pregnant during the first trimester, your body is going through enormous changes as it accommodates a growing baby.
  • 3-8 Weeks

    Embryonic cell layers begin to specialize, first bone cell appears.
  • 12 Weeks

    Sex of baby can be determined. Kidneys begin to function. Arms, legs, fingers and toes are well defined and moveable.
  • 2nd Trimester

    2nd Trimester
    Most of the early pregnancy symptoms will gradually disappear. Your abdomen will start to look pregnant, as the uterus will grow rapidly in size.
  • 16 Weeks

    Moves actively, has a strong heartbeat.
  • 24 Weeks

    Eyes are formed, reacts to light and sound. Reflexes develop, hair is also fully developed.
  • 3rd Trimester

    3rd Trimester
    During the third trimester, you’ll start seeing your healthcare provider more frequently. Doctor will also determine the baby’s position and check cervix in order to monitor how body is preparing for childbirth.
  • 32 Weeks

    Baby takes iron and calcium from mothers diet to build up reserve stores. Baby also becomes less active due to size.
  • 36-38 Weeks

    Moves into final position (usually head down) in preparation for birth. Less active due to size, body is mature.