Welcome to the second trimester!

What is happening to your baby:

• Your baby now weighs about 28 grams.
• The length of your baby is about 9cm.
• The vocal cords start forming.
• The pancreas is now formed and functioning and even secreting insulin.
• The intestines are now starting to move from the umbilical cord to the stomach.
• The villi are beginning to form in the intestines.
• Eyes move closer together.

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What is happening to you:

• There is now less chance of a miscarriage so you can begin to enjoy your pregnancy.
• You will feel less fatigued because the major task of organ development is nearly complete.
• Your spirits will lift and you may feel on top of the world.

What to do:

• If you are still feeling tired, make sure that you rest enough.
• Remember to go for your 11-13 week check-up (see Week 11).

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