At 13 weeks pregnant, you’re in the final week of your first trimester. (Can you believe you’re already a third of the way through your pregnancy?!) Only 6 months left to go! That’s one reason why your little one looks more like an alien from outer space at this point. At 13 weeks pregnant, tiny bones are beginning to form in his arms and legs. Could you behaving twins? Who knows you just might have two buns in your oven after all....

Youre officially well into the second year of your little ones life! (Cue the spills! “Your little one may also imitate you like a pro you touch your nose, hell touch his. Boys will weigh about 18 to 28 pounds and be about 28 to 32 inches tall. As always, however, theres a fairly wide range of normal. Whole milk contains even more vitamin D than breast milk, which is something your toddlers growing body needs....

Welcome to the second trimester! This week, fully developed genitals make their grand entrance. Only 5 months left to go! No slouch anymore, your baby’s neck is getting longer, helping her head stand more erect. As your uterus grows, the supporting ligaments stretch and thin out to accommodate the increasing weight. This weight pulls on the ligaments and causes a sharp pain or a dull ache in your lower abdomen....

During the second week of your second trimester, your baby’s features are beginning to take shape. Only 5 months left to go! Hold a pear in your hand that’s how big your little darlin' is. Don’t be tempted to try one of theat-home Dopplers. Look even more closely and you may notice a small lump on your gums, called a pregnancy tumor. Theyre unlikely to cause any harm. It’s a hallmark of pregnancy and it’s real your brain-cell volume actually decreases during pregnancy....

Your little ones startle reflexes are now developing. Hmm, perhaps it’s possible for you to scare babys hiccups away!Baby fatBaby fat is coming! Only 3 months left to go! Your baby’s nostrils and nose are starting to work this week, too. Ask your practitioner to test you for iron-deficiency anemia since some experts think its linked to RLS. Ask yourself these questions before committing to ababy name: What do the initials spell?...

It’s the officialstart of the third trimester congratulations! Hopefully, though, you’re still fairly comfortable now that you’re in month 7 of pregnancy. Baby is getting more skilled by the day and can now blink and even dream. Only 2 months left to go! Your baby may be dreaming about you too. If any rash or irritation lasts longer than a couple of days, ask your practitioner about next steps. Dont worry most discolorations fade a few months after giving birth....

Baby is running out of room in there, but you should still feel him squirming and moving regularly. If you notice any changes in frequency, be sure to get in touch with your practitioner. Only 2 months left to go! Aim toget in some daily exerciseand try wearing special support hose, which can also be helpful. Seeing the price tags forcribs,changing tablesandgliders not so much. Why is this blood so important?...

A big part of that growth is in baby’s rapidly developing brain. Only 2 months left to go! other times with a wiggle or stretch. you might also expect more activity after youve eaten and (sadly!) when youre lying down. Babys quarters are getting more cramped, though, so you may feel fewer hard kicks at this stage. Besides wearing comfy shoes, you might relieve your swollen tootsies by taking breaks and putting your feet up....

Want to wake him up? Only 2 months left to go! Connections between individual nerve cells he’s got to make billions of them! are being made at a super fast rate. Cut down on the bathroom trips by double voiding: Pee, then when youre done, pee again. If you havent already, now is the time to incorporate some prenatal yoga into your exercise routine. Dont worry your brain cells go back to normal a few months after delivery....

Your baby is busy cultivating real-life tricks like sucking, breathing and swallowing. Only 1 month left to go! One theory: Theres a lack of calcium and magnesium in your diet. Dont forget to carry a protein-and-carb-rich snack in your bag to munch on when you feel dizzy. This liquid, packed with protein and antibodies, is the first milk your baby will get. Hormones only add to the problem by causing blood vessels to relax....

Now that you’re 33 weeks along, you’re approaching the middle of thethird trimester. Only 1 month left to go! Now if only baby can remember that difference on the outside!Fetal immune system is developingGood news! Your baby has reached an important milestone about now: He’s got his own immune system. you could also try asking your partner for a massage. Maybe, maybe not. Check the clock and start counting every wiggle, roll, kick and flutter until you reach 10....

With 34 weeks down, you’re cruising through month 8 of your pregnancy. Your little bambino is now weighing in at about 5 pounds the same as a standard bag of flour. Only 1 month left to go! You likely aren’t seeing as well as usual. You may find wearing glasses rather than contact lenses to be more comfortable.Happily, these changes are all temporary. Rough up your diet with some dried fruits, fresh fruits and veggies and whole grains....

Only 1 month left to go! Luckily, the part that surrounds that amazing brain the skull remains soft. The literal translation is “woman’s servant.” Go out for some air or initiate the window. And ask your practitioner which pain reliever is safe in moderation during pregnancy. Most doctors will okay acetaminophen, as long as you dont overdo it. If acetaminophen isnt working, or if youre getting a headache every day, call your doctor....