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Your uterus should measure approx. 20 cm between pubic bone and top of uterus.
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Be proud of yourself - you are sharing space with your baby. You are a great nurturer!
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Baby's skin is coated with a cheesy substance (vernix) which protects against chapping, abrasions, and hardening.
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If baby is a girl, the uterus is formed and development of vagina has begun. You may be suffering from diarrhea or hemorrhoids.
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Remember that there is no safe level of alcohol for use in pregnancy.
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Pamper your back - maintain good posture; elevate feet. Be good to yourself and avoid junk food.
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19 wks gestation
21 wks from Last Menstrual Period
Length: 17.5 cm crown to rump. Weight: 390 gm or 14 oz. You're halfway there: Congratulations!
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Suggested reading: The New Well Pregnancy Book, Mike & Nancy Samuels
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Keep up with exercise, despite feeling a bit awkward or bulky. Swimming is wonderful!
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Suggested reading: What To Expect When You're Expecting, Eisenberg, Murkoff, and Hathaway.
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Register for a childbirth education program or a refresher session.
Prepare to tell your employer that you're expecting.
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Parenting is hard! Consider a local parenting class or join an online support group.
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Baby may get hiccoughs; this is normal and fun for siblings and children to feel.
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20 wks gestation
22 wks from Last Menstrual Period
Length: about 19 cm crown to rump (27 cm or 10 1/2 inches head to toe). Weight: about 1 lb.
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To avoid hemorrhoids and constipation, increase fiber by eating whole grains, bran cereal, baked beans, and peaches with skin. Have a glass of milk today too!
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Fine downy hair called lanugo now covers baby's body; eyebrows are visible.
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The Pregnancy Book by Dr. William and Martha Sears.Here are tips to insure you are getting enough freshveggies!
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Brown fat developed - this specialized fatty tissue keeps your baby warm.If you are experiencing discomfort, there are ways to cope.
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Testes in boys begin to descend; Ovaries in female located against posterior abdominal wall.
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When women become mothers, it affects the whole family's self-esteem. Be proud of your transition.
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21 wks gestation
23 wks from Last Menstrual Period
Length: 20 cm crown to rump (28 cm or 11 inches head to toe). Weight: about 500 gm.
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Fetuses less than 500 gm at birth may survive but may have disabilities. With expert care, fetuses between 500 gm to 1000 gm can survive.
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Suggested reading: Soul Trek: Meeting Our Children on the Way to Birth, Elisabeth Hallett.
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Baby is taking iron and calcium from you. You need 18 mg of iron and 2 gm of calcium daily. Try Cheerios and skim milk. Suggested viewing: Denise Austin - Pregnancy Plus Workout
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Baby can hear mother's heartbeat and stomach.
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Rapid eye movements begin. If you are having trouble sleeping, try a new position.
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Baby is better proportioned. Start thinking about child-proofing your home.
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22 wks gestation
24 wks from Last Menstrual Period
Length: 21 cm crown to rump (29 cm or 11 1/4 inches head to toe). Weight: 630 gm.
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Your care provider may do a cervical check to assess for risk of preterm labor.
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Consider making an appointment with a pediatric care provider.
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