Overview of Week 14 of pregnancy
During week 14 of pregnancy:
- Your baby is 3.5 inches long
- You are in trimester two
- 26 more weeks to go
- Baby is making facial movements
Now that everyone knows about your pregnancy, it is time to sit back and enjoy it. Your bump is probably starting to grow, however, some women may not have a noticeable bump for another few weeks. Make sure you are taking those progress pictures so you can look back at your growing belly and really see the growth it has been making.
How many months pregnant is 14 weeks?
At 14 weeks pregnant, you are around 3 months and 1 week pregnant. You are in your second trimester. There are 6 months left of pregnancy.
How big is baby at 14 weeks pregnant?
Your baby is growing rapidly. This week, your baby is the size of a navel orange. They measure around 3.5 inches long, from crown to rump. As for weight, your little one has overpassed the one-ounce mark and now weighs approximately 1.5oz.
Baby development during week 14 of pregnancy
Genitals
This week, your baby’s genitals are fully formed. However, it may still be a few weeks until the sex can be seen on an ultrasound. At around 20 weeks pregnant, you will have an anatomy ultrasound and it is at this time, that the sex of your baby should be seen.
Facial Movements
Your baby’s facial muscles are getting a workout. Your baby can now smile, frown and squint its face. The roof of your little one’s mouth is also developed so they can now swallow, chew and suck.
Pregnancy Week 14 Symptoms
Round ligament pain
You may experience a sharp pain in your lower abdomen near the groin or hip area. This pain is known as round ligament pain. This is one of the most common complaints of pregnancy, most frequently occurring in the second trimester. If you do experience round ligament pain, the best thing to do is change positions and try to stretch the muscles out.
Increased hunger
Your baby is rapidly growing and that takes a lot of work from your body so you may notice that you have increased hunger. During pregnancy, your daily caloric intake increases by a few hundred calories. These extra calories are needed to support the growth of your little one. Your nausea is probably gone by now as well, so you most likely finally have your appetite back. Make sure to pick healthy foods, full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Visible veins
During pregnancy, you may start to notice more visible veins on your breasts, chest, belly, and legs. These veins will appear more blue-ish or purple and are caused by the increased blood volume throughout your body. Usually, after pregnancy, your veins will return to normal and will no longer be as visible.
Increased sex drive
You may notice you have a higher libido now that you have reached the second trimester. This is generally caused by the continuous increase in estrogen and progesterone levels. Both of these hormones result in excess vaginal lubrication and increased blood flow to the pelvic area. In addition, now that pregnancy symptoms such as fatigue and morning sickness have dissipated, you will find you have more energy to enjoy sex.
Pregnancy week 14 tips
Take pictures
You may not have much of a baby bump yet, but I recommend you keep taking progress pictures. These pictures will be a good memory to look back on and it is a fun way to show your belly growing throughout your pregnancy. In fact, if you have been taking pictures since the beginning of your pregnancy, you will probably already see some transformation.
Eat well
If you had morning sickness in the first trimester, you may not have been eating the healthiest things. In fact, you were probably only eating whatever you could keep down. Now, if your nausea has decreased, you may want to start thinking about how you can improve your diet to best support your growing fetus. A diet balanced in fruit, vegetables, and fiber will help you continue having a healthy pregnancy.
Make a dentist appointment
Hormone changes in pregnancy can lead to dental problems, such as the increased risk for gingivitis (gum disease) and periodontitis (infection of the bone that holds teeth in place). Due to this increased risk, it is advisable to keep up with your regular dental check-ups. Make sure to let your dentist know about your pregnancy and avoid x-rays if possible to protect your baby from radiation.
