Week 14 Pregnancy
You are 14 weeks pregnant and in your second trimester. Your baby is about the size of a peach. This week's key development: A Whole New Energy. NHS note: Routine midwife appointment to check blood pressure and urine.
Baby's Development
Your baby is about the size of a peach.
A Whole New Energy — Welcome to the second trimester. Many women notice a wonderful shift in energy as nausea begins to ease. Your baby is pulling facial expressions now — squinting, grimacing, frowning — all the early exercises of a face you'll soon know by heart.
Your Symptoms
- 'Pregnancy glow'
- Thicker hair
- Nasal congestion
Every pregnancy is different. You may experience all, some, or none of these symptoms — and that's completely normal. If anything concerns you, speak to your midwife.
NHS Appointments
Routine midwife appointment to check blood pressure and urine.
Practical Advice for Week 14
Nutrition
- Vitamin D daily. You may want a pregnancy multivitamin but it's not essential if your diet is balanced.
- Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables — aim for 5 or more portions a day.
- Include healthy fats from avocados, olive oil, and nuts.
- Stay hydrated — nasal congestion (pregnancy rhinitis) is helped by good hydration.
Exercise
- Gentle exercise like swimming or pregnancy yoga is excellent right now.
- Your centre of gravity is shifting — take care with balance-based activities.
- Walking outdoors has the added benefit of natural vitamin D.
- Continue pelvic floor exercises — 3 sets of 10 squeezes per day.
Wellbeing
- 'Pregnancy glow' is caused by increased blood flow and oil production — enjoy it!
- Thicker, shinier hair is a lovely pregnancy bonus (thanks to hormones slowing hair loss).
- Nasal congestion is common — saline nasal sprays are safe and effective.
- Take time to enjoy this calmer period of pregnancy.
Preparation
- Routine midwife appointment — blood pressure and urine checks.
- Start thinking about antenatal classes — NHS, NCT, and private options are all available.
- Consider a babymoon or short break — the second trimester is the most comfortable time to travel.
- Begin a baby names list if you haven't already!
Tip of the Week
Gentle exercise like swimming or pregnancy yoga is great for your physical and mental health.
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