Week 24 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 corn cob
11.4 inches · 1.3 lbs
Baby this week
- •Inner ear is fully developed, so baby can hear much better now
- •Taste buds are continuing to develop on the tongue
- •Lungs are producing surfactant, a substance that helps them expand after birth
- •Brain is growing rapidly with increasing neural connections
- •Footprints and fingerprints are forming
You this week
- •Increased appetite and food cravings
- •Braxton Hicks contractions (practice contractions that are usually painless)
- •Shortness of breath as uterus expands higher
- •Back pain and general body aches
- •Swollen feet and ankles
- •Vivid dreams
- •Continued frequent urination
This week's tips
- •Schedule your glucose screening test (gestational diabetes screening) if you haven't already—most providers do this between weeks 24-28
- •Practice pelvic floor exercises daily to help with bladder control and prepare for labor
- •Wear supportive, flat shoes to ease back pain and reduce swelling
- •Stay hydrated; dehydration can trigger Braxton Hicks contractions
- •Start thinking about birth preferences and classes if you're interested in taking them
- •Listen to music or talk to your baby—they can hear you and recognize your voice
Informational only — always check with your doctor or midwife for advice specific to you and your baby.
Looking ahead
You're officially in the third trimester next week! Baby's movements will become even more pronounced, and you'll likely notice distinct patterns in their activity.
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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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