Pregnancy Week 14

As your baby continues to grow in week 14, your belly is going to start to grow more too! Get tips on planning your maternity leave and more.

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Your Changing Body

You've reached the second trimester! You can rest easier knowing that your risk of miscarriage drops substantially at the end of this week -- 75 percent of miscarriages occur in the first trimester. If you're feeling on the up-and-up, thank your hormones. You've entered the "feel-good" trimester.


Your Developing Baby

The roof of your baby's tiny mouth is fully formed now, and her constant sucking reflexes are helping to create full, cherubic cheeks. If you're having a boy, the prostate is forming.


Tip of the Week

Now that you're regaining energy; take the opportunity to fit in exercise. Light-to-moderate exercise, if your doctor approves, can actually help your growing baby (it boosts circulation so she gets oxygen more quickly), and it can even cut down on many of those annoying pregnancy side effects such as varicose veins, backaches, bloating, and swelling.


Your Week 14 To-Do List
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1. Tell your family and friends your good news.


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