Week by week

This week at a glance

❤️Heartbeat~120–160 bpm; may be heard with a stethoscope

🧠Major developmentEars in position and may begin to hear

Baby

Your baby's ears are now in their final position and the baby may begin to hear sounds. The nervous system is maturing, with nerves forming protective myelin coatings, and movements are becoming stronger.

Mother

• Stronger fetal movements
• Possible leg cramps
• Bigger appetite

Nutrition

Leafy greens · Dairy · Oily fish · Nuts · Bananas

Tips

Do

• Talk and play music to your baby
• Stretch for cramps
• Sleep on your side

Avoid

• Lying flat on your back
• Alcohol
• High-mercury fish