Week 23: 17 weeks to go!

It's week 23 for you and your little one.

Your baby's progress:

• Your baby weighs about 500g.
• The bones of the middle ear begin to harden.
• Your baby's lungs are developing surfactant, a substance that will help the lungs expand after birth.
• The fingernails are completely formed.

Your progress:

• You may see your abdomen move as your baby does acrobatics inside.
• You may have leg cramps if you suffer from a shortage of calcium.

What to do:

• If you have leg cramps, straighten your leg and flex your ankle. Massage your calf muscles.
• If you see nappies selling at a bargain price, start stocking up!