Second Trimester

24 Weeks Pregnant

24 weeks pregnant is a major milestone - your baby has reached viability! Learn about development, glucose testing, and preparing for the third trimester.

👶 Your Baby This Week

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Size of a ear of corn

8.3" (21 cm) • 21 oz

Development Highlights

  • Viability milestone reached
  • Lungs developing surfactant
  • Fingerprints formed
  • Face fully formed
  • Can hear your voice clearly

🤰 Common Symptoms This Week

  • Stretch marks may appear
  • Swollen feet and ankles
  • Backache
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Glucose screening due

💡 Tips for Week 24

  • 1Take your glucose screening test
  • 2Start counting kicks
  • 3Consider childbirth classes
  • 4Research pediatricians

🔍 Ultrasound at Week 24

Ultrasound recommended this week3D

What can be seen:

  • 👁Detailed facial features
  • 👁Baby responding to sounds
  • 👁Clear 3D face images possible
  • 👁Growth measurements

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