What can I expect in my second trimester?

What can I expect in my second trimester?

During the second trimester of pregnancy, you might experience physical changes, including: Growing belly and breasts. As your uterus expands to make room for the baby, your belly grows. Your breasts will also gradually continue to increase in size.

When someone is in their 2nd trimester of pregnancy they might be how many months pregnant?

The second trimester of your pregnancy lasts from week 13 to 28, or months 4, 5, and 6. It’s the middle phase of pregnancy, when you may start to see your “baby bump” and feel your baby move for the first time.

Is it normal to not feel pregnant in the second trimester?

In the second trimester many of your pregnancy symptoms will often disappear or reduce. Your breasts may not feel so tender, nausea or sickness will often stop and the deep tiredness of the first trimester usually goes away, leaving you with more energy than you had before.

What does your baby look like in the second trimester?

Twenty-four weeks into your pregnancy, or 22 weeks after conception, your baby’s skin is wrinkled, translucent and pink to red because of visible blood in the capillaries. By now your baby might be about 8 inches (210 millimeters) long from crown to rump and weigh more than 1 1/3 pounds (630 grams).

What should be avoided during second trimester?

A person should avoid the following foods throughout their pregnancy:

• raw meat.
• raw eggs.
• raw fish.
• fish with high levels of mercury, including swordfish, shark, tilefish, and king mackerel.
• unpasteurized dairy products.
• soft cheeses, such as Brie, blue cheese, and feta.
• ready-to-eat meats and seafood.

Is it OK to sit on floor during pregnancy?

When sitting, keep your feet flat on the floor. Be aware that your center of gravity and balance point is changing. Place one foot on a low step stool if you are standing for a long period of time. Use a desk chair that fits you comfortably and supports your lower back.