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    The document summarizes fetal development from conception through the third trimester of pregnancy. In the first trimester, the embryo develops major organs and systems. In the second trimester, the fetus grows rapidly, its features become more distinct, and it begins moving. In the third trimester, the fetus continues gaining weight and fat, its organs mature further, and it prepares for life outside the womb at full term.

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    The document summarizes fetal development from conception through the third trimester of pregnancy. In the first trimester, the embryo develops major organs and systems. In the second trimester, the fetus grows rapidly, its features become more distinct, and it begins moving. In the third trimester, the fetus continues gaining weight and fat, its organs mature further, and it prepares for life outside the womb at full term.

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    Fetal Development

    The longer the pregnancy,


    the higher the likelihood of
    a healthier birth outcome.

    First Trimester Second Trimester Third Trimester


    0-13 Weeks 14-27 Weeks 28-40 Weeks

    0-2 Weeks 14 Weeks 28 Weeks


    Pregnancy begins after the The fetus develops lanugo, Breathing movements and
    first day of the last menstrual a fine, downy hair all over body temperature are now
    period (LMP). its body. Lanugo helps the controlled by the central
    fetus retain body heat until nervous system.
    1/16 of an inch long 15 inches, 2.2 lbs.
    3½ inches it accumulates fat.
    4 Weeks 30 Weeks
    A home pregnancy test 16 Weeks Major fetal development is
    should display a positive The fetus doubles in size complete. The fetus begins
    result. The ball of cells and weight. Fetal move-
    formed during fertilization rapidly gaining weight.
    ments, called quickening,
    have developed into an may be felt. 16 inches, 3.5 lbs.
    4½ inches
    1/8 of an inch long embryo in the uterus.
    32 Weeks
    6 Weeks 18 Weeks The fetus’ bones are
    An embryo’s major systems Fetal organs and structures
    hardening though the skull
    and structures, e.g. the brain have been formed. An ultra-
    remains soft.
    and spinal cord, develop. sound may reveal the sex of
    the fetus. 16.7 in. 33/4 lbs.
    The neural tube closes, and 5½ inches

    ¼ of an inch long
    the heart beats at a regular
    20 Weeks 34 Weeks
    rhythm. The kidneys are fully
    This is the halfway point of
    pregnancy. The fetus is now developed and the liver can
    process some waste products.
    8 Weeks covered in a cheese-like
    The embryo is now called a coating, called vernix caseosa, 18 in. 43/4 lbs.
    10 inches long
    fetus. All key body parts are which protects its skin.
    present. The brain continues 36 Weeks
    to grow and the lungs begin 22 Weeks The fetus gains about an
    ½ inch long
    Fetal facial features are ounce a day and fat develops
    to form.
    more distinct. under the skin.
    10 Weeks 11 inches, 1 lb. 18.5 in, 5.5 lbs.
    The critical part of develop- 24 Weeks 38 Weeks
    ment is complete. Tissues, The brain is growing rapidly. The lanugo is mostly shed,
    kidneys, the brain, liver, and Taste buds and the lungs the fetus has accumulated fat
    intestines are beginning to are developing.
    1¼ inches long all over to keep warm after
    function.
    26 Weeks birth.
    12 inches, 7 oz. 19.5 inches, 6.8 lbs.
    The lungs are developing
    12 Weeks 40 Weeks
    surfactant, the substance
    The fetus is able to swallow, This fetus is fully developed. The
    that allows the lungs to
    the kidneys make urine, and due date arrives but is just an
    inflate. The fetus begins to
    reflexes have developed. estimate; it is normal to give
    inhale and exhale- practicing
    Over 2 inches long External genitals have birth before or after this date.
    breathing movements. 20 inches, 7.5 lbs.
    formed. 14 inches, 2 lbs.

    VDHLiveWell.com/familyplanning
    VDHLiveWell.com WH 05 | 1-2019

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