If you intend to listen to music to the fetus, pregnant women can start it when they are 3 months pregnant. The reason is, at this time, the fetus is able to hear sounds and conversations, both the pregnant woman's voice and other sounds from outside the pregnant woman's stomach. you know.
At the age of 3 months pregnant or when entering the second trimester of pregnancy, the risk of miscarriage has decreased compared to the previous months.
At this time, pregnancy symptoms, such as: morning sickness, generally have also begun to decrease in appearance. Along with that, Pregnant women will more easily adjust to body changes.
Fetal Growth During 3 Months Pregnant
When pregnant women enter 3 months pregnant, the fetus generally weighs about 23 grams with a length of approximately 7.4 cm. This number will increase every week along with the development of the fetal organs.
The following is a complete explanation of fetal development at 3 months of gestation or week 13 to week 16:
week 13
By this week, the fetus has grown to the size of a lemon. In addition, there are various other developments that occurred, namely:
- The ovaries in a female fetus or the testes in a male fetus have developed.
- External genital organs have formed, but can not be detected by ultrasound.
- The fetus can begin to hiccup, although pregnant women can't feel it. This is a sign that he is practicing breathing.
- The fetus begins to suck. This is a preparation so that he can find the nipple and suckle properly when he is born.
- About 2 million eggs will form in the ovaries of female fetuses.
14th week
At this week, the fetus already weighs about 43 grams with a length of approximately 8.7 cm. In this week too, the size of the fetus's body will grow rapidly which is accompanied by other developments, such as:
- The fetus begins to swallow amniotic fluid little by little. This fluid then enters the stomach and is processed by the kidneys, and then flowed back as urine.
- The size of the arm is more proportional to the size of his body.
- The liver begins to produce bile.
- The spleen begins to produce red blood cells.
- Hair begins to grow.
- Facial muscles begin to make certain expressions, such as squinting, frowning, and grinning.
15th week
The weight of the fetus at the 15th week has reached 70 grams with a length of approximately 10 cm. At this time, the fetus has started to hear sounds, such as the sound of the digestive system, heartbeat, and the sound of pregnant women.
Not only that, several other developments also occurred this week, for example:
- The fetal ear continues to develop and begins to look like an adult human ear.
- The eyes of the fetus slowly begin to move, from the right and left of the head so they are closer to the top of the nose.
- The baby's eyes are still closed but are beginning to be sensitive to light from outside the abdomen.
- The fetus often hiccups, but will not make a sound because its throat is full of fluid.
16th week
In this week, the fetal body weight has reached approximately 100 grams with a length of 11 cm. It is about the size of an avocado. At 16 weeks pregnant, pregnant women may have started to feel a subtle kick from the little one.
Other fetal growth and development that will also occur this week include:
- Muscles in the face are starting to form, but the fetus can't control it yet.
- The nervous system begins to develop, so the muscles in the limbs can move.
- Head started to straighten.
- The eyes have been on the face, not on the sides of the head.
- The heart is able to pump about 28 liters of blood.
Pregnant Body Changes During 3 Months Pregnant
If in the first 2 months of pregnancy pregnant women often feel morning sickness, at the age of 3 months pregnant pregnant women may feel healthier and more comfortable. Sexual arousal that may have dropped in early pregnancy can also return to normal.
However, if pregnant women are still reluctant or feel uncomfortable to have sex, this is also normal, really.
In addition, at 3 months of gestation, stretch marks may begin to appear in the upper abdomen, buttocks, thighs, and breasts. However, the appearance of these lines on the skin will usually be more visible towards the third trimester of pregnancy. Pregnant women may also begin to experience skin changes called pregnancy glow.
When you are 3 months pregnant, pregnant women's breasts will also feel firmer and bigger to prepare for the production of breast milk (ASI). At this time, pregnant women's stomach has begun to look bigger.
Even though you don't need to wear maternity clothes, pregnant women can start to wear looser and more comfortable everyday clothes.
Some Things to Check When 3 Months Pregnant
In addition to checking the health of pregnant women and fetal growth with ultrasound regularly, there are several conditions that pregnant women also need to see a doctor when they are 3 months pregnant. For example, if pregnant women feel pain when urinating or urine is dark yellow and smells not like usual.
The reason is, as the size of the uterus enlarges and hormonal changes occur during pregnancy, pregnant women's urine flow may be slightly obstructed. This can increase the risk of urinary tract infections. If not treated properly, this can lead to kidney infections in pregnant women.
Then, during pregnancy, it is also normal to feel a headache. However, if pregnant women experience headaches that are unbearable and occur continuously, this also needs to be checked, yes pregnant women, because this can be a symptom of a serious illness, such as preeclampsia.
Pregnant women need to know, too, that pregnancy hormones can also change the shape of the appearance of moles that pregnant women have. Generally, this is nothing to worry about, but it's a good idea for pregnant women to still see a doctor, especially if the mole is rapidly growing, has an uneven shape, bleeds, or appears to be prominent on the skin.
Things to Pay Attention to When 3 Months Pregnant
Here are things to note when pregnant 3 months:
having sex
Sexual arousal that begins to return to normal after 2 months of the initial period of pregnancy actually does not need to be dammed. The reason is, the fetus is protected by amniotic fluid in the uterus, so having sex during pregnancy is not dangerous.
However, sexual intercourse should be avoided if:
- Amniotic fluid leaks or ruptures.
- Pregnant women have a history of miscarriage or giving birth prematurely.
- Pregnant women experience abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge.
- Pregnant women suffer from placenta previa or the location of the placenta is too low.
- Pregnant women suffer from disorders of the cervix.
- Spouse suffers from a sexually transmitted disease.
Sstretch marks
As previously mentioned, at 3 months of gestation, it may occur stretch marks on pregnant skin.
Light exercise and applying lotion containing vitamin E and AHAs can disguise and lighten stretch marks. However, generally these skin changes can go away on their own after delivery.
Food consumed
Morning sickness what pregnant women experienced in the previous 2 months may affect the appetite and diet of pregnant women. Along with decreasing morning sickness when pregnant for 3 months, pregnant women have started to be able to eat delicious food that is nutritionally balanced.
Make sure pregnant women eat foods and drinks that are rich in calcium, protein, iron, and folic acid, yes. If necessary, pregnant women can supplement their nutritional intake by taking pregnancy supplements according to doctor's recommendations.
Sleeping position
Lying on your side is the most comfortable and healthy sleeping position for pregnant women. In addition, pregnant women can also use additional pillows to make their sleeping position more comfortable. If necessary, ask your husband for help to give a massage to relieve the aches that pregnant women experience.
When pregnant for 3 months, even though the risk of miscarriage has indeed decreased, pregnant women still need to be aware of this, yes. Some signs of miscarriage that pregnant women need to pay attention to include bleeding accompanied by clots or tissue, weakness, and cramps or pain in the lower abdomen.
If you still have questions about being pregnant at the age of 3 months, for example regarding the symptoms of pregnancy that you feel or other tips for having a healthy pregnancy, don't hesitate to consult with your doctor.