Baby development

During the development of the baby at 9 weeks of gestation, which is 2 months of pregnancy, it can be observed that the baby has a more rounded head and it is not yet possible to know the sex of the baby because his genitals are not yet properly formed.

Development of the fetus at 9 weeks of gestation

Regarding the development of the fetus at 9 weeks of gestation, the head is half its size. The face is wide, the eyes are wide apart, the ears have a lower implantation and the eyelids are fused and therefore he still cannot open his eyes.

At the beginning of 9 weeks the legs are small, the thighs are still very short and the intestine is inside the umbilical cord.

Fetus size at 9 weeks gestation

The size of the fetus at 9 weeks of gestation is approximately 2 centimeters (20 mm) and it weighs about 2 grams.

Photo of the fetus at 9 weeks gestation

Changes in women at 9 weeks pregnant

Regarding the changes in a woman at 9 weeks pregnant, she is likely to feel tired and sick, especially in the morning, due to the pregnancy hormones. It is possible that there is headache and itchiness in the vagina due to vaginal candidiasis because the immune system is compromised. At this stage it is important to eat small portions, but often to keep blood glucose in balance and to ensure that nutrients reach the baby.

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