Baby development

The baby's development at 24 weeks of gestation or 6 months of pregnancy is marked by more intense fetal movements with painful sensations in the mother's back and lower abdomen.

From that week on, the baby is able to perform the respiratory movements better, since the lungs are developed. It is also important that the woman be aware of contractions and signs of premature birth, for example. Learn how to identify contractions.

Fetal development

As for the development of the fetus at 24 weeks of gestation, its skin is expected to look more wrinkled and reddish. The eyelids are still closed, although there is already separation, and the eyelashes are already present. It is also at this stage that there will be a certain accumulation of fat under the baby's skin that will protect him from the cold when he is born.

Although the baby spends most of his time sleeping, when he is awake it will be easier for the mother to notice because his kicks will be more easily identified. At 24 weeks of gestation, the baby should begin to hear the sounds from outside the mother's belly, it is a good time to start talking to him and start calling him by name.

During the 24th week of pregnancy, the baby's lungs continue to develop and the baby practices breathing movements more intensely.

Fetus size at 24 weeks

The size of the fetus at 24 weeks of gestation is approximately 28 centimeters and it can weigh about 530 grams.

24-week-old fetus photos

Changes in women

The changes in women at 24 weeks of pregnancy are marked by increased consumption of specific foods, which are popularly known as cravings. Most cravings are harmless, but it is important that the pregnant woman eat a balanced diet so as not to get too fat during pregnancy.

Aversions to certain foods are also common, but in case of intolerance to certain nutritious foods it is essential to replace them with others from the same group, so that there are no shortages of important nutrients for the mother's well-being and ideal for the baby's development.

In addition, at 24 weeks of gestation, it is normal for the pregnant woman to develop pink or reddish streaks that can cause itchy skin. Stretch marks usually appear on the breasts, belly, hips and thighs and to reduce stretch marks, the pregnant woman should put moisturizing cream on the most commonly affected regions daily. Check out a great home treatment for stretch marks.

Your pregnancy by trimester

To make your life easier and you don't waste time looking, we have separated all the information you need for each trimester of pregnancy. What quarter are you in?