Week 14
Trimester 2Days 13+0 to 13+6
Baby is now the size of a lemon
Welcome to Week 14. You are now firmly in the second trimester, which many parents describe as the 'sweet spot' of pregnancy. For many mothers, energy levels continue improving, nausea becomes less intense, and everyday life starts feeling more manageable again. Your baby is growing quickly and becoming increasingly active — stretching, kicking, turning, and exploring their growing world inside the uterus. This is often a week when pregnancy starts feeling exciting rather than just exhausting.
Length
8–9 cm
3.1 in–3.5 in
Weight
40–50 g
88.2 lb–110.2 lb
Development highlights
- check_circleYour baby is moving frequently — stretching, kicking, turning, wiggling, and moving arms and legs.
- check_circleThe neck is becoming longer and more defined, helping the head appear more upright.
- check_circleFacial expressions are developing — frowning, squinting, grimacing, and practicing sucking motions.
- check_circleA very soft layer of hair called lanugo may begin developing to protect the skin.
- check_circleThe body is becoming more proportionate, with the arms now nearly proportional to the rest of the body.
This week's milestones
- check_circleNeck becoming more defined.
- check_circleFacial expressions developing.
- check_circleLanugo beginning to appear.
- check_circlePracticing breathing motions.
Fun fact
Your baby may already be practicing breathing motions, even though their lungs won't be ready to breathe air for many months.
Weekly checklist
- Continue prenatal vitamins.
- Stay hydrated.
- Eat balanced meals.
- Stay active.
- Attend scheduled appointments.
- Begin documenting pregnancy memories if you'd like.
Frequently asked questions
Is it normal to feel much better suddenly?
Yes. Many women experience a noticeable improvement in symptoms during the early second trimester.
Should I have a bump yet?
Some people do, while others don't. Both are completely normal at this stage.
Can my baby hear me?
Not yet. The hearing system is still developing, although important structures are forming.
Why am I suddenly hungry all the time?
As nausea improves and your baby's growth accelerates, your appetite may naturally increase.
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Palmer's Cocoa Butter Stretch Mark Lotion
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