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Pregnancy at 19 to 22 Weeks

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

Now that you are in your second trimester, you have more energy. You may also be feeling hungrier than usual. You may be gaining about ½ to 1 pound a week, and your pregnancy is beginning to show. You may need to start wearing maternity clothes. As your baby gets larger, you may have other symptoms. These may include body aches or stretch marks on your abdomen, breasts, thighs, or buttocks.

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Return to the emergency department if:

Call your doctor or obstetrician if:

How to care for yourself at this stage of your pregnancy:

Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy

Safety tips during pregnancy:

Changes happening with your baby:

By 22 weeks, your baby is about 8 inches long from the top of the head to the rump (baby's bottom). Your baby also weighs about 1 pound. Your baby is becoming much more active. You may be able to feel the baby move inside you now. The first movements may not be that noticeable. They may feel like a fluttering sensation. As time goes on, your baby's movements will become stronger and more noticeable.

What you need to know about prenatal care:

During the first 28 weeks of your pregnancy, you will see your healthcare provider once a month. Your healthcare provider will check your blood pressure and weight. You may also need the following:

Follow up with your obstetrician as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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