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🌿Second Trimester•Weeks 14-27
Week 15 of Pregnancy
Your baby is the size of apple
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Length
3.98 inches
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Weight
2.5 ounces
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Size Comparison
Apple
👶 Baby Development
- •Legs are growing rapidly and are now longer than the arms
- •Bones are hardening (ossifying) though they're still flexible
- •Baby can sense light through closed eyelids and may move away from bright light
- •Taste buds are fully formed and baby can taste amniotic fluid
- •Hair pattern on scalp is developing, determining hairline and hair growth patterns
- •All joints and limbs can move fully
- •Ears are positioned correctly and can detect sounds
💭 Common Symptoms
- •Significant second trimester energy boost - many women feel their best now
- •Possible nosebleeds due to increased blood volume and expanded blood vessels
- •Swollen, tender gums (pregnancy gingivitis) that may bleed when brushing
- •Baby bump is clearly showing and growing rapidly
- •Skin may have a healthy "pregnancy glow" from increased blood flow
- •Possible stuffy nose and congestion
- •Weight gain becomes more noticeable (1/2 to 1 pound per week is normal)
🥗 Nutrition Tips
- •Continue prenatal vitamins with iron, folic acid, and calcium daily
- •Eat 3-4 servings of calcium-rich foods daily (1000mg total)
- •Include 25-30g of protein at every meal from varied sources
- •Snack on healthy options like nuts, yogurt, fruit, and whole grain crackers
- •Eat foods rich in vitamin A like sweet potatoes, carrots, and spinach
- •Include omega-3 rich fish (2 servings weekly) or plant sources
- •Drink water with meals to help with swallowing and digestion
✅ To-Do This Week
- •Continue regular prenatal appointments (every 4 weeks during second trimester)
- •Start brainstorming and discussing baby names with your partner
- •Consider amniocentesis if recommended due to age, family history, or abnormal screening results
- •Exercise regularly with activities like walking, swimming, or prenatal yoga for 30 minutes most days
- •Schedule a dental cleaning to address pregnancy gingivitis
- •Start researching childcare options if you'll be returning to work
- •Consider creating a baby registry
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Did You Know?
Your baby can now perceive light filtering through your belly, even though their eyelids are still sealed shut! They may even move away if you shine a bright light on your belly.