What To Expect In Month 6 Of Pregnancy

YOUR BABY

  • Your baby will measure about 14 to 15 inches long and weigh about 2 to 2 1/2 pounds by the end of this month.
  • Parts of the baby will be big enough to be felt by the doctor or nurse when they examine your abdomen.
  • Your baby can respond to noisese from the outside; it may move or become quiet when it hears them.
  • It can kick, cry and hiccup.
  • It's skin is still wrinkled and red.
  • It's eyelids can now open and close; its eyes are almost completely developed for life outside.
  • Ridges for fingerprints are forming.

YOUR BODY

  • You may have occasional heartburn, especially if you eat heavy, greasy, or spicy foods.
  • Your uterus is now felt above the navel.
  • You may notice some tightening and relaxing of your uterus- called Braxton-Hicks contractions, a way the uterus has of getting you prepared for labor.
  • Your sex drive may increase or decrease; it may change from week to week.
  • Stretch marks may appear on your stomach, hips, and breasts as you continue to gain weight.
  • Your weight gain continues to be about 3-4 pounds a month.
  • Your appetite is good; you have probably forgotten about the nausea for the most part.
  • You may find yourself dwelling on allthe things that can go wrong with your baby; most women do at some point in pregnancy.
  • You find yourself getting more, and more involved with your baby as it grows inside of you.
  • You look healthy- there is a special glow to your skin and a sparkle in your eyes.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Get your prenatal check-up this month.
  • If you plan to breastfeed, find out how to prepare your breasts and nipples: if you plan to bottle feed, then check on the supplies you will need.
  • Take rest periods as needed to avoid dropping at the end of the day; try to lie on your left side and relax.
  • Continue with your diet consisting of plenty of fruits, vegies, and whole grains.
  • Start collecting items for baby's first few weeks.
  • When friends and family ask, let them know what you and the baby will need.
  • Talk with other parents about their birth experiences; if they scare you, write down questions to ask your nurse or doctor.
  • Take time to discuss how you feel about your changing body.
1