Pregnancy development: fourth month

O fourth month of pregnancy it is marked by the reduction of symptoms on the woman, as well as the possibility of slight contractions of the belly. The baby continues its development and its proportions become more harmonious, with growth of the body in relation to the head, which previously accounted for about half of its size.

Four months of gestation is how many weeks

The fourth month of pregnancy comprises the period between 13th and 16th weeks.

Baby size at four months gestation

At the end of the 16th week of pregnancy, the baby measures between 10 and 11 centimeters, almost twice its size at the end of the third month of pregnancy.

Belly size at four months pregnant

If in the third month only a few women are already showing their bellies, the picture is irreversible in the fourth month. The pregnant woman already has hardened belly almost completely and the changes in the abdomen and the rest of the body are evident.

How is the baby in the fourth month of pregnancy

The development of the fetus is in full swing in the fourth month of pregnancy. Right now, liver, kidneys and intestines are already working, the heart is beating three times faster that of the mother and the skin is transparent, being possible to observe the network of blood vessels. In the fourth month, the baby start listening and notices the lights coming from the outside, even though his eyes are still closed.

Symptoms of pregnancy in the fourth month

Symptoms such as morning sickness and vomiting become very rare or even disappear. On the other hand, women find it more difficult to perform some activities, but nothing that prevents them – in cases of pregnancies without complications – to continue working and carrying out their tasks. Very light contractions can be noticed in some cases.

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