Head to rump, your baby is about 5 1/2 inches long, and she weighs almost 7 ounces (about the size of a bell pepper).
Week 18 is a very exciting time, as your baby gets ready to bust a move. You may feel her twisting, rolling, kicking and punching her way around the womb. Your baby is also practicing her yawning and hiccupping skills while developing her toe and fingerprints.
A protective covering of myelin is beginning to form around his or her nerves, a process that will continue for a year after he’s born. If you’re having a girl, her uterus and fallopian tubes are formed and in place. If you’re having a boy, his genitals are noticeable now, but he may hide them from you during an ultrasound.
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Common Symptoms
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- Fetal movement
- Flatulence
- Varicose veins
- Leg cramps
- Bleeding gums
- Stretch marks
- Mild swelling of ankles and feet
- Skin, hair, and nail changes
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To-Do List
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- Lie down or sit still to feel those first little flutters of your baby kicking.
- Stretch your calves before hitting the sack to overcome leg cramps.
- Floss and brush your teeth regularly.
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Stay chic throughout your pregnancy with maternity clothes from the likes of ASOS or Topshop. They’re cleverly designed to flatter your bump and accommodate your new curves.
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