Week 16
Trimester 2
Baby's Development
Your baby is an avocado.
First Flutters — Some mothers begin to feel the first faint movements this week, often described as butterflies or bubbles. Your baby is making coordinated limb movements, and their face is becoming increasingly expressive. The skeleton is hardening from cartilage into bone.
Your Symptoms
- Backache
- Forgetfulness ('baby brain')
- Growing bump
NHS Appointments
Midwife appointment (around 16 weeks) to discuss the results of any screening tests.
Tip of the Week
If you're feeling 'flutters', try sitting quietly to see if you can notice them again.
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