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Second Trimester of Pregnancy
Weeks 14-27: Often called the "honeymoon phase" - energy returns and you may start feeling baby move!
What to Expect
- •Increased energy and reduced nausea
- •Feeling baby move (quickening)
- •Baby bump becomes visible
- •Anatomy scan and possible gender reveal
- •Generally more comfortable phase
Key Milestones
- •Week 14: Welcome to second trimester!
- •Week 16-20: Feel baby's first movements
- •Week 18-22: Anatomy scan ultrasound
- •Week 20: Halfway through pregnancy!
- •Week 24: Baby is viable if born early
Common Second Trimester Symptoms
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Baby Movements
Feel flutters and kicks from baby
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Increased Energy
Energy levels improve significantly
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Growing Belly
Baby bump becomes visible
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Round Ligament Pain
Sharp pains in lower abdomen
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Nosebleeds
Due to increased blood flow
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Gum Sensitivity
Swollen or bleeding gums
Second Trimester Nutrition
Focus on:
- Increased calorie intake (about 300-350 extra calories per day)
- Calcium and vitamin D for baby's bone development
- Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA) for brain development
- Iron-rich foods to prevent anemia
- Protein for tissue growth
Glucose screening: Around week 24-28, you'll have a glucose screening test to check for gestational diabetes. Your doctor will provide specific instructions about diet before the test.
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