Introduction
You’re halfway through pregnancy! 🎉 Month 5 (weeks 17-20) is a huge milestone—your belly is more noticeable, you’ll feel stronger kicks, and you may even find out your baby’s gender! This guide, inspired by What to Expect When You’re Expecting, covers baby’s growth, your changing body, and what to prepare for.
What’s Happening to Your Baby?
By week 20, your baby is the size of a banana 🍌 and weighs about 10 ounces.
👶 Movements are stronger—you may feel flips, kicks, and stretches.
👂 Hearing is improving—baby can recognize your voice!
💙 Heartbeat is audible through a stethoscope.
🖐 Fingers & toes are fully formed—baby even has fingerprints!
🩸 Blood cells are developing, and baby’s immune system is growing.
Your Body in Month 5
You’ll notice more changes as baby grows:
✔️ More energy! Many women feel great this month.
✔️ Stronger baby movements—flutters turn into definite kicks.
✔️ Round ligament pain—mild stretching sensations in your belly.
✔️ Backaches & leg cramps—due to your growing belly.
✔️ Increased appetite—baby needs more nutrients now!
Important To-Dos in Month 5
✅ Schedule your anatomy scan (week 20)—this detailed ultrasound checks baby’s health.
✅ Start a registry—begin shopping for baby essentials.
✅ Talk to your partner about baby names if you haven’t already!
✅ Stay active with walking or prenatal yoga to reduce discomfort.
Final Thoughts
Month 5 is a turning point—you’re officially halfway there! Enjoy the stronger baby movements and start preparing for the next phase of pregnancy.
