Pregnancy Calendar: Second Trimester >> Weeks 24 - 27*
"Livin' in Paradise"
Hey Baby! Where U At?
During your sixth month of existance, your skin is wrinkled and translucent. Your tooth buds are forming in your gums and your hair is growing. Your fully formed eyes have opened and you're making crying and sucking motions. Your arm and leg muscles are growing strong and if we could tickle your foot, you'd plant it downward. You're about 12 - 14 inches long and weigh about 1.5 pounds. If were to have to be born now, you would be able to survive, but at this point, there's no rush. Just hang out and enjoy the womb while you've got it.
Maternal Observations and Unsolicited Advice**
If you haven't already, it's time to look into a good birthing class. I recommend Bradley or Birthing From Within. You can also check out their books at Amazon:
Previously on Snowboard Mommy's Pregnancy Calendar:
first trimester
Weeks 13 - 15: The Blue Lanugo
Weeks 16 - 19: Growing Steady
Weeks 20 - 23: Rock 'n Roll
Coming soon to a trimester near you:
THIRD TRIMESTER!
*Note: This calendar is based on the LMP (Last Menstrual Period) system of measuring the length of pregnancy as 40 weeks (±2 weeks) from the first day of the mother's last menstrual period. Subtract two weeks to get the fetus' approximate age in weeks. **Advice is from a total know-it-all mother of one who has no business giving advice to pregnant women, other than that she was once pregnant too. This calendar is provided for entertainment purposes only and should not even come close to replacing care from your prenatal health professional.
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