Pregnancy

Pregnancy Week 14

Baby Development

Your baby has nearly twice the weight that the previous week. The baby has now grown to 3.4 inches and weighs almost 1.5 ounces. The baby has developed muscles on the face and can smile. `Another significant change this week is the development of genitalia. Though the genitals are fully grown, it’s difficult for an ultrasound to read the gender accurately. Hence, you need to wait a little more to know if your bundle of joy is a boy or a girl.

Changes in mother

Congrats on entering the second trimester of pregnancy. Many changes happen in this phase and are typically the “honeymoon phase” of the entire nine months of pregnancy. There would be bellyaches as your uterus expands to cater to the fast-growing baby. You would also put on a few pounds. You would be feeling much more active, hungry, and a lot less nauseous. As such, it’s a good idea to start doing light yoga or going for a stroll.

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Pregnancy Week 14 symptoms

The symptoms that the mother developed in the first trimester of the pregnancy are much faded by now. There are some different symptoms that the mother might feel at this time which are listed below

Ligament pain:- All the ligaments and muscles in the belly continue to stretch as it needs to support the growing baby, and this causes some pains in that particular region.
More Energy:- You will have more energy than in the first trimester as some of the symptoms from the early pregnancy disappears.
More Appetite:- The best thing about the second trimester is that nausea and morning sickness are significantly less. As such, you would find your Appetite returning. It, coupled with the growing need for nutrients for the baby, will make you want to eat more than usual.
Shinier Hair:- One of the best symptoms for an expecting mother is thick and glossy hair.

Important Tips

What to do

As there is no morning sickness and increased Appetite, try to eat 300 more calories daily
Try to add more fruits, healthy snacks, and fibers to your diet
Join prenatal yoga classes or do some light exercises
You can’t keep the baby a secret from the world any longer. Find some fun method to break the news to everyone

What to avoid

Avoid eating any fatty and greasy foods
Avoid any strenuous activity that puts pressure on the belly.

When to Consult a Doctor

If the ligament pain is too consistent and severe, it’s best to consult a doctor
A visit to a dentist is needed to keep track of your dental health during this period.

Takeaway

At 14 weeks, your baby grows rapidly and has developed facial muscles and genitals. Mother now has more Energy, increased Appetite, shinier hair, and less morning sickness. There might be ligament pain in the belly as it continues to expand. Do some light activities or take yoga classes to keep yourself active. It’s recommended to have a lot of healthy snacks and fruits and visit a dentist to take care of Dental health.

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