Is it possible to feel your baby move in the 19th week of pregnancy? How does the fetus develop at 21 SA? Symptoms, belly and movements of the baby, weight gain … All the answers to your questions on this 19th week of pregnancy with Anh-Chi Ton, midwife.
At 19 weeks of pregnancy or 21 weeks of amenorrheayour belly is more and more rounded up and you will gradually find the shape, even if certain symptoms persist in this Fifth month of pregnancy Like fatigue or heavy legs. For his part, baby is more and more active, he alternates between the sleep phases and those of awakening. This week, he will try to catch his feet and the umbilical cord, and even knows how to put his hands in his mouth for suck her thumb ! Baby movements, size and weight, symptoms, preparation for childbirth … Here is what awaits you during this 19th week of pregnancy.
How many months and its at 19 weeks of pregnancy?
The 19th week of pregnancy corresponds to 21 weeks of amenorrhea or 21 SA. You are in your Fifth month of pregnancy.
What symptoms at 19 weeks of pregnancy or 21 SA?
During this 19th week of pregnancy, you can be subject to some small inconveniences, including the Sensation of heavy legs, breathlessness or even more abundant vaginal losses What usual. At 19 week of pregnancy, Your uterus starts to repel certain organs such as the stomach on the side. This displacement can cause some small inconveniences, including stomach burns or blood circulation problems. You are also breathless when you make some important efforts. Don’t force, take care of yourself!
White losses at 19 weeks of pregnancy
At 19 weeks of pregnancy, you notice significant white losses ? Do not worry, these vaginal secretions are completely normal. They are linked to greater blood circulation in the vagina. Be sure to wear underwear and cotton clothes that do not tighten. For the toilet, use a soft soap with a pH suitable for the intimate area. “”These vaginal losses, As long as they are white, thick, without any particular odor. are mostly benign and passing“Explains the midwife. The latter, however, alerts the type of vaginal losses that must quickly consult a doctor.
“These vaginal losses, as long as they are white, thick, without any particular odor. Are mostly benign and passenger.”
How is the belly at 19 weeks of pregnancy?
Your belly continues to grow as and when pregnancy progresses. The uterus continues to grow to make room for the baby who now has the size of a large tomato.
What weight at 19 weeks of pregnancy?
Recommended weight gain at 19 weeks of pregnancy is included Between 4 and 5 kg. In general, you should not exceed 6 kg at the end of the 5th month of pregnancy.
When to do morphological ultrasound?
The second so -called “morphological” ultrasound is to be made from 22 SA (20 weeks of pregnancy), To more or less a week, to detect any morphological anomalies. It also confirms baby sex, since the doctor will examine all the organs on this occasion, as well as the head and its members.
Can we have 19 weeks of pregnancy?
The muscles of your uterus can contract, causing hardening of your abdomen for a few seconds. “”These contractions are not work contractions and are normally without effect on the pass. They are called the contractions of Braxton-Chicks“, Explain the midwife. They can nevertheless be a sign that it is time to get your foot. Relax and give yourself a break when you feel that your belly pulls too much. If these contractions are getting closer and become painful, consult a doctor to assess the situation.
I don’t feel baby moving, is that normal?
“”At this stage, some women do not yet feel their baby moving. It is very dependent from one woman to another, but generally women feel it move rather around 16 or 17 weeks of pregnancy. We feel it earlier when it is a second pregnancy. “, explains the midwife.
But from the moment you have already felt it, you must feel it every day. HAS This stage of pregnancy, your baby sleeps a lot. It is therefore not abnormal that You don’t feel it moving permanently. Its movements are nevertheless a good indicator of its vitality and also make it possible to detect a possible problem. If baby is particularly calm when he usually dances actively in your belly, that you haven’t felt it for a long time, it is better to consult to feel more reassured.
“At this stage, some women do not yet feel their baby moving. Generally, women feel it moving more around 16 or 17 weeks of pregnancy.”
How the fetus develops at 19 weeks of pregnancy ?
- At this stage of pregnancy, The first white blood cells appear. These blood cells are important because they make it possible to build your baby’s immune defenses.
- Its spine is now well straightened and straight.
- baby moves more and more, but still continues to sleep a lot
What is the size and weight of the baby at 19 weeks of pregnancy?
Baby growth is very fast (in a week, He gained almost half of his more weight, going from 250 g to 350 g !) And he needs to regain strength to continue at this rate.
What to do at 19 weeks of pregnancy?
Preparation sessions for childbirth
In this 19th week of pregnancyyou may have already started the sessions Preparation for childbirth. If this is not the case, do not delay to find out and decide. “”Remember that Seven sessions for childbirth preparation, plus a prenatal interview, are reimbursed 100 % by social security, Provided of course that they are offered by qualified people.“, Recall anh-chi tone. Know that you have the choice between many methods: classic preparation for maternity, Prenatal song, prenatal yoga, haptonomy… If you don’t know which one to choose, find out and trust your intuition!
Prepare the baby’s room
In a few weeks, your baby will be there … it may be time to organize his little cocoon. Also keep in mind that, in a few weeks, your belly will be so round that you will not be able to move as you want. Take advantage of your Fifth month of pregnancywhere you are in great shape, to go shopping and carry out small decoration work. On the other hand, for the biggest work (painting, mounting large furniture, etc.), pass your hand to the dad!
Thanks to anh-chi tone, midwife
