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The fourteenth week of pregnancy

Your changing body
By around this time, the Uterus becomes large enough to push out the stomach a bit and the top of the Uterus is positioned above your pubic bone. Because many of you the symptoms of first Trimester like nausea have waned, your appetite improves and you find yourself gorging more than earlier.

There are still many more months to come before your little wonder arrives, but your body has already been gearing up for breastfeeding that will commence soon after birth. Your breasts might start producing colostrums or premilk.

As sleep gets better and good amount of energy stocks in, you may start inspiring yourself to take up light intensity activities with fellow expectant mums.

You can join the company of others and start with some low impact aerobics, swimming or even stroll down the lane or join a group that instructs pregnant mums about the activities that they can take up to remain active and fit during and post pregnancy. This will also help you to share and bond over conversations with others.

Your growing baby
During the 14th week, your baby’s body begins to grow in proportion to her head. The little neck starts to grow in length and her chin becomes more prominent. Your little baby is quite actively kicking and swimming within your body.

Your baby is now receiving all her nutrition directly from the Placenta. By the end of week 14, your baby will be of about length 8.7 cm and weigh around 43 g. As the brain’s functioning gets more complex, your baby would start displaying different expressions. He or she can now grimace, frown and squint!

Your little one will try to wriggle away when your tummy is poked. Ultra fine minute strands of soft hair (lanugo) begin to cover your baby’s thin skin, which will usually disappear before birth. The liver now starts producing bile and the Kidneys produce urine which is excreted into the Amniotic Fluid.

Your baby’s hands and feet have become more flexible and he can grasp and even suck his thumb!

Tips for the fourteenth week of pregnancy
With a new life transitioning quickly inside your womb, you are bound to get pre-occupied with the vast array of experiences throughout your pregnancy. Your thoughts may often leave you cluttered and in the process you may discover that you are not able to remember things vividly.

Yes, forgetfullness is common during pregnancy. But you needn’t get frustrated. A simple strategy like penning down small catchy notes on paper or a handy diary that serves as a reminder for your next task will help you a lot.

Unclog your mind by talking and sharing your worries with your doctor, loved ones and other chums who are also being visited by the stork.

Activities for the fourteenth week of pregnancy
Identify locations and hospitals that provide birthing and labor classes. You will join these classes later (optional), but it’s a good idea to be prepared.

Supplements to be taken during the fourteenth week of pregnancy
Folic acid, iron and calcium supplements.

Common problems in the fourteenth week of pregnancy
As the growing Fetus (in the uterus) puts an increased pressure on the lower portion of the intestine, you may suffer from Constipation. Increase your fluid intake and consumption of fiber rich foods such as whole grains, fruits and veggies that would help to aid your bowel movements.

Regular physical activity such as walking and sufficient amount of rest is also essential. During this period, your joints and Ligaments become more flexible, which can make you prone to accidents and falls. Be sure that you take things easy.

Common tests in the fourteenth week of pregnancy
Ultrasonography (commonly known as Ultrasound) of second Trimester.


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