You start your 5th month of pregnancy from this 18th week which corresponds to 20 SA. You will feel baby move more and more. Symptoms, pain at the bottom of the belly, development of the fetus and the size of the baby … Here is what awaits you during this 18th week of pregnancy, with the advice of Anh-Chi Ton, midwife.
At 18 weeks of pregnancy or 20 weeks of amenorrhea, You are already starting your fifth month of pregnancy! You display a pretty round belly that highlights you. For his part, baby moves more and moreit is active and even tonic! You could then feel small kicks and sometimes pain at the bottom of the belly. During this 18th week of pregnancy, remember to anticipate your appointments in particular for your Ultrasound of the second semester which takes place between 20 and 22 weeks of pregnancy. Finally, during this 5th month of pregnancy, find out with your complementary health insurance to know the management of your stay in maternity. Anh-chi tone, midwife answers our questions on this 18th week of pregnancy.
How many months and its at 18 weeks of pregnancy ?
You start your 18th week of pregnancy (or 20th week of amenorrhea) and start your Fifth month of pregnancy. You are also in your second trimester of pregnancy.
What symptoms at 18 weeks of pregnancy?
Overall, these are the Pain in the bottom of the belly who tickle pregnant women in the 5th month of pregnancy. Fatigue is always present, and you might feel breath at the slightest effort. Indeed, your uterus takes up more and more space, but rest assured, this phenomenon is completely normal and passenger. Do not hesitate to do a little sport like swimming or prenatal yoga to feel more fit. “”Wishes to urinate, cramps and heavy legs are also part of the current symptoms at 18 weeks of pregnancy.“Adds the midwife.
“Uriner desires, cramps and heavy legs are also part of the current symptoms at 18 weeks of pregnancy”.
Holds at the bottom of the belly at 20 SA? It’s normal!
Abdominal pain is frequent during pregnancy. Some causes are benign, Ligament stretchinggrowth of the uterus, hormonal upheavals, others as are more serious. It is therefore important not to neglect them and talk to your doctor if they persist. In addition, with the growth of baby and therefore your uterus, pelvic ligaments stretch and become finer. These changes can cause pain in the hips, groin and back.
How is the belly at 18 weeks of pregnancy?
Your uterus is growing day by day and Your belly is more and more visible. Impossible now to hide your pregnancy! Nevertheless keep in mind that each woman “carries” her baby differently and thatat the same stage of pregnancy, Two friends will not have the same belly size.
How many kilos take during the 5th month of pregnancy?
From the 2nd trimester of pregnancy, It is recommended not to take more than 1.5 kg per month. It is important to continue to monitor your diet and not snack too much during the day to avoid gaining too much weight. Also be sure to maintain your form by moving regularly or by playing a sport suitable for pregnancy as Prenatal yoga, swimming or walking.
What week to make your 2nd pregnancy ultrasound?
At the start of this fifth month of pregnancy, it’s time to think about your Second pregnancy ultrasound. You will finally know (if you wish) the sex of your baby. If you haven’t made an appointment yet, call without delay: This ultrasound is generally carried out at 20 weeks of pregnancy, 22 weeks of amenorrhea.
“”It is called morphological ultrasoundbecause it aims to examine each part of your child’s anatomy to verify that everything is fine. It also makes it possible to control the placenta, the amount of amniotic fluid and to reveal the baby’s sex“Explains the midwife.
Pek vaccination: an important recommendation
“”Since April 2022, pregnant women have been recommended between 20 SA and 36 SA to be vaccinated against darling, No matter when they date their last vaccination. “, Recalls Anh-Chi Ton.”This makes it possible to transmit antibodies to the baby across the placenta and it is no longer necessary to have everyone around them vaccinated after birth. “she adds.
“Since April 2022, pregnant women have been recommended between 20 SA and 36 SA to be vaccinated against darling”.
What follow -up in the event of a twin pregnancy?
The growth of your babies is closely monitored during the monthly ultrasound and examination. If your twin pregnancy is monoamniotic monochoral, meaning that your twins share a placenta and an amniotic pocket, the Followed by your pregnancy will be even more rigorous. You will be taken care of in a level three maternity hospital and will benefit from obstetric follow -up twice a month then once a week at the end of pregnancy.
How does the fetus develop at 18 weeks of pregnancy?
- Your baby’s nerve cells continue to multiply at high speed speed and all his senses are in action.
- He is now able to distinguish different tastes, such as bitter, sweet, salty, acid.
- He also reacts more and more to the outside world: he likes when you make him listen to music, when you, or his dad, speak to him very slowly, when you stroke your belly. Take advantage of it, these are very strong and very pleasant moments for all of you.
- He starts giving little kicks
What is the size of a baby at 18 weeks of pregnancy?
There your baby growth continues at a very fast pace. In that Beginning of fifth month of pregnancyhe now weighs approximately 250 g for almost 20 cm.
How do you feel baby moving at 18 weeks of pregnancy?
Baby is more and more “muscular” and you can now feel kicks fairly strong. In the middle of the night, it can even wake you up. If you are lucky, you can even start Feel your position changes. Let us remember, however, that some babies move more than others in their mother’s belly. Do not compare yourself to other pregnant friends! On the other hand, if you feel baby move regularly and do not feel it for a long time, go to maternity to make sure that everything is fine. No one will blame you for worrying.
Thanks to anh-chi tone, midwife
