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
10 inches · 10.5 oz
Baby this week
- •Baby can hear sounds from the outside world, including your voice
- •Swallowing amniotic fluid and beginning digestive processes
- •Developing taste buds and responding to different flavors in amniotic fluid
- •Fingerprints are forming and becoming unique to your baby
You this week
- •Increased appetite as your metabolism speeds up
- •Round ligament pain (sharp twinges on sides of belly)
- •Possible linea nigra (dark line appearing on your abdomen)
- •Continued back pain and postural changes
- •Potential nasal congestion from pregnancy hormones
This week's tips
- •Schedule your anatomy ultrasound if you haven't already—this is the milestone scan where you'll see baby in detail
- •Invest in a supportive maternity pillow to help with sleep positioning and back pain
- •Start thinking about your birth preferences and what matters most to you for labor and delivery
- •Stay hydrated and eat balanced meals to support your growing baby and sustained energy
Informational only — always check with your doctor or midwife for advice specific to you and your baby.
Looking ahead
You're at the halfway point of pregnancy! After week 20, you'll enter the second half where movement becomes more pronounced and visible. Your energy may start to shift as your body adjusts to carrying more weight.
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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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