Week 17

What’s happening this week

Your baby…

• is about the size of a L&P Can
• weighs around 140g
• loud noises outside may cause the baby to startle in utero There are no documented cases of hearing loss at birth associated with noise in utero.
• is forming brown fat deposits under his skin (helps maintain body temperature when he is born)
• may be grasping the umbilical cord from time to time.

You…

• your uterus is halfway between your pubic bone and navel
• you may notice some breast changes – veins may be visible and a possible increase in breast size, this is due to hormones preparing your breasts for milk production.