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How big is my baby (week by week, fruit and veggie comparisons)

by Freddy Hernandez 07 Oct 2024
How big is my baby (week by week, fruit and veggie comparisons)

Watching your baby grow during pregnancy is one of the most exciting parts of the journey! Understanding your baby’s size week by week, using fruit and vegetable comparisons, can help you visualize their development. Here’s a guide to tracking your baby’s growth throughout the weeks of pregnancy:

First Trimester: Weeks 1–12

Week 4: Poppy Seed

Your baby is just a tiny poppy seed at this stage! Around 0.04 inches, the embryo is a cluster of cells beginning to develop.

Week 7: Blueberry

At week 7, your baby is the size of a blueberry, about half an inch long. Major organs are forming, including the brain and heart.

Week 9: Grape

By week 9, your little one has grown to the size of a grape, roughly 0.9 inches long. Fingers and toes are starting to form!

Second Trimester: Weeks 13–26

Week 14: Lemon

At week 14, your baby is the size of a lemon. Around 3.4 inches long, their body is rapidly growing, and they’re starting to wiggle around.

Week 16: Avocado

At week 16, your baby is about 4.6 inches long and is now the size of an avocado. Their muscles are developing, and they may even start kicking soon!

Week 20: Banana

By week 20, your baby is about 6.5 inches long, similar in size to a banana. This is when you might have your mid-pregnancy ultrasound and see your baby in more detail.

Third Trimester: Weeks 27–40

Week 28: Eggplant

At week 28, your baby is the size of an eggplant, about 14.8 inches long and weighing around 2.2 pounds. They're beginning to open their eyes!

Week 32: Butternut Squash

At 32 weeks, your baby measures about 16.7 inches, the size of a butternut squash. They’re growing fast and putting on weight as they prepare for birth.

Week 36: Papaya

At week 36, your baby is as long as a papaya, measuring about 18.7 inches. Most of their body systems are fully developed, except for the lungs.

Week 40: Watermelon

Finally, at week 40, your baby is ready to meet you! They are about the size of a watermelon, measuring around 20 inches and weighing between 6 to 9 pounds.
Tips for Expecting Moms:
  • Stay hydrated: As your baby grows, your body needs more water to support both of you. Aim for at least 8-10 glasses a day.
  • Eat a balanced diet: Incorporate fruits and veggies into your meals for essential vitamins and minerals that support your baby’s growth.
  • Rest when you can: Your baby is growing quickly, especially in the second and third trimesters, which can make you feel more tired than usual.

Enjoy watching your baby grow from the size of a poppy seed to a watermelon. These comparisons can make the journey fun and help you feel more connected to the little life developing inside you.

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