Week 20 of Pregnancy
Second trimester
For informational purposes only. This page is not medical advice. Every pregnancy is different — always consult your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. In an emergency, call your provider or 911 immediately.
Baby is
about the size of a banana
6.5 inches · 10.5 oz
Baby this week
- •Baby can now hear sounds from the outside world, including your voice
- •Swallowing and digestion practice are underway
- •Lanugo (fine body hair) is covering baby's skin
- •Fingerprints and footprints are forming
You this week
- •Quickening becoming more pronounced and recognizable
- •Round ligament pain as your uterus expands
- •Increased appetite and food cravings
- •Possible lower back pain
- •Vivid dreams or changes in sleep patterns
This week's tips
- •Schedule your mid-pregnancy ultrasound (anatomy scan) if you haven't already—this is a special milestone appointment
- •Start prenatal exercises like pelvic floor work and gentle stretching to support your changing body
- •Talk to your baby—they can hear you now and may respond to your voice with movement
- •Stay hydrated and eat protein-rich snacks to support both you and baby's growth
- •Consider starting a maternity wardrobe if regular clothes are becoming uncomfortable
Informational only — always check with your doctor or midwife for advice specific to you and your baby.
Looking ahead
You're officially at the halfway point of pregnancy. The second half brings faster baby growth, more noticeable movements, and physical changes that make pregnancy feel very real. Many people find weeks 20-24 to be when pregnancy really feels magical.
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For informational purposes only. This page is not medical advice. Every pregnancy is different — always consult your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. In an emergency, call your provider or 911 immediately.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Every pregnancy and baby is different. Always consult your doctor, midwife, or pediatrician for guidance specific to your situation.
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