How is baby doing at 17 weeks of pregnancy or 19 SA? What are the symptoms during this 17th week? Can you feel the baby moving and how is the belly of the pregnant woman? Weight gain, girl or boy… Anh-Chi Ton, midwife, answers all your questions about this 17th week of pregnancy.
You are already at your 17th week of pregnancy (or 19 weeks of amenorrhea). At this stage, the fetus is about the size… Of a pear! This week you may have stomach and back pain, as well as heaviness in the legs. Baby also presses more and more on your bladder, which causes (throughout the pregnancy) frequent urination. At the end of the 4th month of pregnancy, start learning about the choice of mode of careand if you opt for the crèche, be aware that the steps are generally taken upstream, during pregnancy. Anh-Chi Ton, midwife, accompanies you on this 17th week of pregnancy.
How many months and SA at 17 weeks of pregnancy?
AT 17 weeks pregnant or 19 weeks amenorrheayou are already at the end of your fourth month of pregnancy!
How is the belly at 17 weeks of pregnancy?
Your uterus continues to grow, and your baby to grow, you can now clearly feel it moving. At 17 weeks pregnant, baby is the size of a pear! Eh yes, your belly is now very round. Amazing thing, “the size of your belly can vary depending on the time of day”, says the midwife. Sometimes almost invisible in the morning, it suddenly comes out at the end of the day. Variations that are sometimes confusing for expectant mothers, but which are perfectly normal.
“The belly is very round. Its size can vary depending on the time of day”.
What symptoms at 17 weeks of pregnancy?
Back pain, cramps, frequent urination, heavy legs… Here are some pregnancy symptoms that can be felt in this 17th week of pregnancy:
Back pain
Due to hormonal upheaval (which affects ligaments and joints) and the exponential growth of your uterus, you may see some small back pain. The only solution: rest as much as possible. Also be sure to sleep on the sidein the fetal position: this should do you good.
Cramps, heavy legs: wear compression stockings!
At 17 weeks pregnancyyou may also be prone to blood circulation problems: heavy legs, cramps, varicose veins….”To prevent heavy legs, I advise all women to put on compression stockings. It’s really effective in toning the veins and you can really feel the difference when you take them off, the legs are all light. You should also avoid staying too still. Even pregnant, it is possible to have a physical activity, such as the swimming pool, yoga but also simply to walk at a good pace to stimulate venous circulation“, advises the midwife.
What weight gain at 19 SA?
At the end of the 4th month of pregnancy, it is recommended not to gain more than 4.5 kg. Your baby is also growing at a very rapid rate, this weight gain will accelerate in the weeks to come. If you feel fit and your weight gain is moderate, no need to worry. On the other hand, if the situation escapes you, it is better to discuss it with your doctor who will refer you to a dietician. It’s never too late to form good habits.
Pregnant with twins at 17 weeks of pregnancy, what follow-up?
Pregnant with twins you are subject to special monitoring and benefit in particular from ultrasound every month. Your belly begins to weigh and your babies draw on your reserves, spare yourself and do not force too much. Your doctor may need to stop you a little earlier if you have contractions or your cervix is already shortened. “Twin pregnancies require closer medical follow-up and are more monitored. A midwife can fully provide childbirth preparation sessions, then follow-up at home post-natally, but during pregnancy, it is essential that women are followed in parallel by a doctor.“, recalls Anh-Chi Ton.
“Twin pregnancies require closer medical follow-up and are more monitored”.
How does the fetus develop at 17 weeks of pregnancy?
Your baby continues to grow, and looks more and more like a real little baby.
- His intestines are even starting to work…
- At this stage of pregnancyyour baby’s digestive system continues to develop.
- At the end of his fourth month, he now looks like a real baby.
- Her hair and nails start to grow
- We even begin to distinguish his small blood vessels under his skin.
How is baby moving at 17 weeks pregnant?
No more doubt: your baby is very active in your belly and his movements are more and more perceptible. Some children can even give real kicking ! It must be said that he is more and more toned and has more and more strength.
How is the baby at 17 weeks pregnant?
At this stage, the fetus measures nearly 20 cm for about 200 g !
At this stage of pregnancy, your gynecologist is able to see the baby’s genitals during an ultrasound. According to the orientation of the tuber, it can indeed determine with a little more precision if it is a question of a little boy (tuberc upwards) or a little girl (downwards). “The sex of the baby will nevertheless be confirmed during morphological ultrasound performed between 22 and 24 weeks of amenorrhea, i.e. between the 20th and 22nd week of pregnancy“, specifies Anh-Chi Ton.
What to do at 17 weeks pregnant?
Your fourth month of pregnancy ends. You are almost halfway there…
It’s time to choose your mode of care
It’s time to make your decision about the future care of your babyand to take the steps to get a place in a crèche or find a nanny or childminder, if it is not done yet. At this stage of pregnancy, you should have more specific ideas about the care arrangements you want for your child.
Ask for your priority card !
Tired of people giving you priority in queues? Or having to ask for a place in transport (and being refused it)? In this case, do not hesitate to ask your family allowance fund for the national priority card. It will give you priority in many administrations as well as in public transport.
Thanks to Anh-Chi Ton, midwife