Second trimester week by week guide (weeks 13–26)
The second trimester runs from week 13 through week 27, and it’s often called the “honeymoon phase” of pregnancy for good reason: morning sickness typically fades, energy comes back, and your bump starts to become visible. Here’s…
First trimester week by week guide (weeks 1–12)
The first trimester spans weeks 1 through 13 of pregnancy — roughly the first three months — and it’s the period of the fastest, most critical development your baby will ever experience. By the end of it, every major organ has formed. Here’s…
Baby size comparison by week (fruit chart)
“How big is my baby?” is one of the most common questions in pregnancy, and comparing your baby’s size to fruits and vegetables is a favorite way to make those numbers feel real. A measurement in millimeters or grams doesn’t mean…
What happens at 40 weeks pregnant?
Forty weeks is your official due date — but it’s worth knowing upfront that only about 5% of babies actually arrive on that exact day. If you’re at 40 weeks with no signs of labor yet, that’s completely normal. Here’s what’s…
What happens at 37 weeks pregnant (full term)?
At 37 weeks, you’ve reached a meaningful threshold — your baby is now considered developed enough to be born safely, and labor could realistically start any day. Here’s what’s happening for you and your baby this week, plus an important…
What happens at 36 weeks pregnant?
At 36 weeks, you’re entering the final month of pregnancy — weekly prenatal visits begin, the Group B strep test typically happens, and your baby may start to “drop” lower into your pelvis. Here’s what to expect this week. Your…
What happens at 32 weeks pregnant?
At 32 weeks, you’re about eight months along with roughly eight weeks to go, and your baby is putting on weight fast in preparation for life outside the womb. Here’s what’s happening for both of you this week. Your Baby at 32 Weeks Your…
What happens at 28 weeks pregnant (third trimester)?
Welcome to the third trimester. At 28 weeks, you’re in the home stretch — roughly 12 weeks to go — and both your body and your baby are gearing up for the final push. Here’s what’s happening this week. Your Baby at 28 Weeks Your baby is…
What happens at 24 weeks pregnant?
Twenty-four weeks is a meaningful milestone: this is the point of fetal viability, when a baby born prematurely has a chance of survival with intensive medical care. It’s also when routine gestational diabetes screening typically begins.…
What happens at 20 weeks pregnant (halfway)?
Congratulations — 20 weeks marks the official halfway point of pregnancy. You’ve made it through the first trimester’s toughest symptoms, and you’re not yet into the physical demands of the third. This week is best known for one big…