26th Week of Pregnancy

Baby

Baby's Growth and Development at 26 Weeks Pregnant

At 26 weeks pregnant, it’s exciting to think about what your baby looks like as his appearance becomes more refined.

1. By the 26th week of pregnancy, your baby weighs 1½ to 2 pounds, and is about the length of a small pineapple.

2. Your baby’s eyebrows and eyelashes are well formed.

3. His eyes are fully developed — he will start to open and close them at around 28 weeks.

4. The hair on his head grows and thickens.

5. The hair on his head grows and thickens.

6. Essential fats accumulate under his skin.

Your body

Your Changing Body at 26 Weeks Pregnant

During the 26th week of pregnancy and in the weeks that follow, you might face some side effects as a result of your changing body.These include heartburn, constipation, and hemorrhoids. Learn how pregnant women manage Heartburn or constipation may occur during your 26th week of pregnancy as a result of your expanding uterus and the impact of hormones on your digestive system.Try these tips for managing heartburn.

1. Your uterus extends beyond your navel but below your chest.

2. In preparation for breastfeeding, at 25 weeks pregnant, the milk-producing glands in your breasts grow larger and the skin around your areolas and nipples changes.

3.Your uterus extends beyond your navel but below your chest.

Wellness

Wellness and Nutrition at 26 Weeks Pregnant

At 26 weeks pregnant, you are well into your second trimester. At your next doctor\’s visit, he or she will conduct routine tests. Plus, your doctor might examine your readiness for labor and delivery. During your 26th week of pregnancy, you also might want to talk to your doctor about traveling.At the doctor\’s office. Your doctor will check your vitals as in previous visits. He or she also might do the following.

1. Check the baby’s position in utero, which is likely to change throughout the rest of your pregnancy.

2.Prescribe a glucose test for gestational diabetes, a temporary form of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy.

3.Test for anemia caused by a lack of iron, which is treatable during pregnancy.

4.Repeat several times. Consider taking a trip. With early pregnancy symptoms behind you and energy in your favor, traveling during your second trimester might be just the ticket. Check with your doctor to make it\’s OK and consider these travel tips when you go.

1.Plan a trip that will be comfortable and restful for you.

2.Know the location of the closest health care facility, just in case.

3You may be feeling great, but take it slow.