How is my body changing?

• The skin on your belly may itch. You may see stretch marks. Use lotion and wear loose clothes.
• Your back may hurt. Don’t stand for long periods of time. And don’t lift heavy things.
• You may feel pain down the sides of your belly as your uterus gets bigger.
• You may have constipation. Drink more water or fruit juice. Eat more foods with fiber, like fruits and vegetables.
• You can still have sex, but stop if you feel pain or cramping.

How is my baby growing?

• Your baby’s skin is red and wrinkled. It’s covered with fine, soft hair.
• Your baby can kick strongly now.
• Your baby’s eyes are almost completely formed. Soon they can start to open and close.
• By the end of the sixth month, baby is about 30cm long and weighs 0.7-0.9kg

Source: March of Dimes

http://www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/how-your-baby-grows.aspx

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