The development of the baby at 25 weeks of gestation, which corresponds to 6 months of pregnancy, is marked by the development of the brain, which unfolds every moment. At this stage all brain cells are already present, but not all are properly linked together, which happens throughout development.
Although very early, the mother may notice traces of the baby's personality while still pregnant. If the baby gets very agitated when he hears music or is talking to people, he may be more agitated, but if he moves more often when he is at rest, he is more likely to have a calmer baby, however, everything can change depending on the stimuli that the baby receives after birth.
Development of the fetus at 25 weeks' gestation
Concerning the development of the fetus at 25 weeks' gestation it may be observed that the baby's hair is appearing and already begin to have the color defined, although it may change after birth.
The baby moves a lot at this stage because it is very flexible and still has a lot of space in the uterus. The adrenal glands are well developed and already release cortisol. Adrenaline and noradrenaline also begin to circulate in the baby's body in times of restlessness and stress.
Coordination of the baby's hands has improved greatly, often leading the hands to the face and stretching the arms and legs and limbs seem fuller, rather discreet, due to the beginning of the fat deposition process.
The baby's head is still large in relation to the body, but a little more proportionate than in previous weeks, and the outline of the lips can be easily perceived on a 3D ultrasound, as well as some baby traits. In addition, there begins to be the opening of the nostrils, preparing the baby for his first breath.
During this gestation period, the baby may also yawn many times in order to regulate the amount of fluid or blood in the lungs.
Fetal size at 25 weeks' gestation
The size of the fetus at 25 weeks gestation is approximately 30 cm, measured from the head to the heel and the weight ranges from 600 to 860 g. From this week the baby starts to gain weight more quickly, about 30 to 50 g per day.
Pictures of the fetus with 25 weeks gestation
Changes in the pregnant woman with 25 weeks of pregnancy
This phase is the most comfortable for some women, because the nausea has passed and the discomforts of late pregnancy are not yet present. However, for others, the size of the belly begins to bother and sleeping becomes a difficult task, since it can not find a comfortable position.
Concern about what to wear is common, not wearing tight clothing and shoes should be comfortable. Clothing does not have to be completely different, although there are special clothes for the pregnant woman that are adjustable and allow to be used throughout the pregnancy adapting to the growth and the size of the belly.
Bathing will be more frequent going forward and some urinary infections are common in pregnancy. The symptoms of a urinary tract infection are: urgency to urinate and having little urine, foul-smelling urine, pain or burning when urinating. If you experience any of these symptoms, tell your doctor. Learn more about urinary tract infection in pregnancy.
Your pregnancy by quarter
To make your life easier and you do not waste time looking, we separate all the information you need for each trimester of gestation. What quarter are you in?
- 1st Quarter (1st to 13th week)
- 2nd Quarter (14th to 27th week)
- 3rd Quarter (from the 28th to the 41st week)
