Your baby at 14th week of pregnancy

Your baby at 14 weeks

Your baby is the size of a nectarine during 14th week of pregnancy. Your little one weighs about 57 g (2 oz) and is 8.1 to 10.9 cm (3.2 to 4.3 inches) long.

Smart mouth

Your baby's mouth can open and close and is starting to make swallowing and sucking motions. Those little facial muscles are really getting a workout!

Set for speech

The esophagus, windpipe, larynx and vocal cords are all prepped and ready for that first loud wail after birth.

Face formation

By the time you are 14 weeks pregnant the eyes have moved to their proper place at the top of the face, and the ears have moved from the neck to the sides of the head. The jaws have been complete for a while, and the palate is now 'zipping up', closing from front to back.

Your pregnancy at 14 weeks

The ever-expanding uterus

Your healthcare provider will note the size of your uterus at each pre-natal visit by measuring the distance from your pubic bone to the top of your uterus (the fundus). Generally, this measurement correlates to the week of pregnancy. At the moment, At 14th week of pregnancy, it is approximately 14 centimeters above the upper ridge of your pubic bone, while at 20 weeks, it will be about 20 centimeters.

Feeling congested?

The hormone progesterone is to blame for this condition called pregnancy rhinitis. It increases circulation to the mucous membranes of the nose, causing them to swell. While unfortunately, there aren’t many treatments, you can use a humidifier or dab on a little petroleum jelly to moisturize the skin. Just be sure to stay clear of anti-histamine nasal sprays.

Twin development at week 14

Most women can hear their babies’ heartbeats by week 14 with a Doppler. You may choose to purchase a Doppler for home use. Don’t be worried if you don’t find the heartbeat right away. It can take several tries to get the hang of it.

14 weeks pregnant symptoms

- breast tenderness less noticeable
- reduced or resolved morning sickness
- increased energy
- weight gain continued
- reduced mood swings

Quick tip for moms

Have sex

Another bonus of no more nausea is that you might be more inclined to have some fun in the bedroom. Since your belly isn’t yet uncomfortably big, now’s a great time to enjoy some extra bonding with your partner.

You may even find yourself wanting sex more now that you’re pregnant, all thanks to that extra blood flowing below your waistline. No worries here, though. It’s another way to stay active and unless your doctor has advised you otherwise, it is completely safe.

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