Second trimesterWeek 26 of 40
Your baby at 26 weeks pregnant
Your baby is the size of a lettuce — about 14.0 in long and weighing approximately 1.7 lb.
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Lettuce
The size of a lettuce
Length (crown to heel)
14.0 in
Approximate weight
1.7 lb
Baby's hand
36mm
Baby's foot
40mm
Pregnancy progress61%
🌱 Baby's development at 26 weeks
Eyes are open! Your baby is practicing blinking and responding to light.
🤰 Your body at 26 weeks
Sleep may be getting harder as your bump grows. A full-length pregnancy pillow supporting your hips and bump can make a significant difference.
✨ Did you know?
Your baby's eyes can now open and close. They're practicing focusing, even though there's not much to look at inside the womb.
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