Baby development

The development of the baby at 11 weeks of gestation, which is 3 months pregnant, can also be observed by parents on an ultrasound exam. There is a greater chance of being able to see the baby if the ultrasound is colored, but the doctor or technician can help identify where the baby's head, nose, arms and legs are.

Development of the fetus at 11 weeks of gestation

Regarding the development of the fetus at 11 weeks of gestation, his eyes and ears can be easily seen on ultrasound, but he still cannot hear anything because the connections between the inner ear and the brain are not yet complete, in addition, the ears begin to move to the side of the head.

The eyes already have the lens and an outline of the retina, but even if the eyelids open, I still could not see the light, as the optic nerve has not yet developed enough. At this stage, the baby experiences new positions, but the mother still cannot feel the baby moving.

The mouth can open and close, but it is difficult to say when the baby starts to taste the flavors, the umbilical cord is fully developed, providing nutrients for the baby as well as the placenta, and the intestines that were previously inside the cord umbilical cord, now enter the baby's abdominal cavity.

In addition, the baby's heart begins to pump blood throughout the body through the umbilical cord and the ovaries / testicles are already developed inside the body, but it is still not possible to know the baby's sex because the genital region has not yet is formed.

Fetus size at 11 weeks of gestation

The size of the fetus at 11 weeks of gestation is approximately 5 cm, measured from the head to the buttocks.

Photos of the 11-week-old fetus

Changes in women at 11 weeks of pregnancy

The changes in women with 11 weeks of pregnancy, are increasingly clear. Now the belly starts to appear because the uterus starts to cross the hip bones so that there is room for the baby's development, which can start to make the pregnancy a little uncomfortable.

This week, when performing the first mandatory ultrasound for all pregnant women, the doctor will be able to obtain some important information such as if it is a twin pregnancy, check the baby's size and correct the likely date of delivery in more detail.

Nausea may continue, but it is normal to decrease over time. Since the belly is still not heavy and the woman is starting to feel better, it may be a good time to start preparing things for the baby's birth.

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