pregnancy calendar " week 22
22 weeks pregnant
Discover the adorable developments, from fine hairs on the head to tiny eyelashes. And let's not forget how your body is preparing for motherhood.
your baby,
hair and eyelashes
Your little one already had some hair all over his body, which serve to keep him warm in the womb. Starting this week, fine hairs fine hairs on his head and even tiny eyelashes. Can you already imagine melting away in those big little eyes after birth?💕
To soon be able to say goodbye to its fluffy layer, your baby still has to produce a lot of subcutaneous fat. Once he has built up enough fat the hairs will fall out on their own. Only in the case of babies who are born can sometimes still have downy hairs.
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mom,
22 weeks pregnant
Although you still have a few weeks to go, your body is preparing for life after birth. It is quite possible that your breasts are already starting to produce pre-milk or colostrum. But know that it is also perfectly normal if this is not yet the case; real milk production often doesn't start until after birth. If you suffer from sore nipples, a caring oil or cream may provide relief.
You may be dealing with a new ailment: heartburn. Unfortunately, this is a common symptom that can persist until the end of your pregnancy. However, there are a few things you can do to reduce it as much as possible: eat slowly, chew well and eating more often in smaller portions.
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