Week 25: 15 weeks to go!

It's week 25 for you and your little one.

Your baby's progress:

• If your baby hears a loud noise, he/she may blink.
• The structures of the spine; 33 rings, 150 joints and 1000 ligaments, begin to form.
• The nostrils begin to open.
• The head and body are well-proportioned.
• The blood vessels of the lungs develop.

Your progress:

• You may be suffering from backache because your uterus places pressure on your back and pelvis.
• Your heart is working twice as hard as that of a non-pregnant woman. It circulates six litres of blood per minute.
• Increased blood supply may make you feel hot and sweaty.

What to do:

• If your back is giving you problems, ask your doctor for tips on alleviating the discomfort.
• Be on the lookout for signs of premature labour.