Second Trimester
Week 23 of Pregnancy
Your baby now has proper sleep-wake cycles - you might notice they're more active at certain times of day.
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Size of a
Large Mango
28.9cm
Length
28.9cm
Weight
501g
Highlight
Your baby now has proper sleep-wake cycles - you might notice they're more active at certain times of day.
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Baby's Development
- •Your baby can hear sounds from outside the womb clearly.
- •The lungs are developing rapidly but still need more time.
- •Sleep cycles are now established.
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How You Might Feel
- •Linea nigra (a dark line down your abdomen) may appear.
- •Heartburn and indigestion often intensify.
- •Your centre of gravity is shifting - balance can be affected.
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Tips This Week
- •Avoid standing for long periods.
- •Keep antacids to hand - they're safe in pregnancy.
- •Start thinking about your hospital bag.