Baby development

The development of the baby at 26 weeks of gestation, which is the end of 6 months of pregnancy, is marked by the formation of the eyelids of the eyes, but despite this the baby still cannot open his eyes or blink.

From now on, the baby starts to have less space to move, and the kicks and kicks may even hurt, but generally leave the parents more relaxed by knowing that the baby is fine.

If you lie on the bed or on the couch and look at the belly, you can see the baby move more easily. A good tip is to film this moment to keep a memory.

Pictures of the 26-week-old fetus

Fetal development at 26 weeks

The development of the fetus at 26 weeks of gestation shows that the brain is getting bigger, before its surface was smoother, but now the characteristic grooves of the human brain are beginning to form.

The baby may partially open his eyes from time to time but he is still unable to see very well or focus on an object. Most babies are born with lighter eyes and as the days go by, they get darker, until the normal color arrives.

The baby's skin is no longer translucent and a thin layer of fat can already be seen under the skin.

If it is a boy, the testicles should drop completely this week, but sometimes babies are born with 1 of the testicles still in the abdominal cavity. If it is a girl, it is possible that you already have all the eggs properly formed inside the ovaries.

Fetus size at 26 weeks

The size of the fetus at 26 weeks of gestation is approximately 34.6 cm, measured from the head to the heel, and the weight is about 660g.

Changes in women

Changes in a woman at 26 weeks of pregnancy include discomfort when standing for a long time due to the weight of the belly, and there may be pain in the legs. Some women may suffer from severe back pain, urgency to bend over or sit down due to the numbness, tingling or burning sensation that can occur on the buttocks and on one leg. If this happens, it is a sign that the sciatic nerve may be affected, and physiotherapy sessions may be indicated for the relief of pain and discomfort.

Good nutrition is important to ensure that the baby receives all the nutrients necessary for its development, but the food must be varied and of good quality because it is not a matter of quantity but of quality.

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?