Second Trimester
26 Weeks Pregnant
At 26 weeks pregnant, your baby's eyes are opening! This is a perfect time for 3D ultrasound. Learn about development and late second trimester tips.
👶 Your Baby This Week
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Size of a cucumber
9.2" (23 cm) • 28 oz
Development Highlights
- ✓Eyes beginning to open
- ✓Brain waves for hearing active
- ✓Lungs producing surfactant
- ✓Immune system developing
- ✓Regular breathing movements
🤰 Common Symptoms This Week
- •Difficulty finding comfortable positions
- •Increased appetite
- •Pregnancy brain (forgetfulness)
- •Visible baby movements from outside
💡 Tips for Week 26
- 1Start preparing hospital bag list
- 2Consider 3D/4D ultrasound
- 3Practice relaxation techniques
- 4Review birth plan options
🔍 Ultrasound at Week 26
✓Ultrasound recommended this week3D
What can be seen:
- 👁Eyes opening and closing
- 👁Facial expressions
- 👁Response to external stimuli
- 👁Excellent 3D imaging window