Your baby's head is developing more and more human features. Ears move to the side, eyes find their place at the front. A small nose protrudes above a molded chin. Baby's facial muscles are busy, already allowing him to show various facial expressions . For example, he can open and close his eyes, frown on his forehead or raise his eyebrows. The search and sucking reflexes are also fully developed.

You may now notice that you are slowly gaining some pounds. No worry, this is perfectly normal given your baby's growth. Do you have questions or are you worried about something? Feel free to discuss it with your midwife.

With the growing belly, stretch marks may possibly appear. These lines occur because the underlying tissue is stretched too far. After pregnancy, they fade slightly, become less visible and take on a a silvery color. In addition, you may experience ligament pain, a sharp pain on one or both sides of your abdomen during sudden movements. A special support band can provide relief if this bothers you a lot.