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Baby's 2nd Trimester

What's Happening to Baby

Month 4. Baby moves, kicks, and swallows. Length is 8-10 inches and weight about 1/3 pound.
Month 5. Baby is more active and sleeps and wakes at regular intervals. Skin is red and wrinkled and covered with fine, soft hair.
Month 6. Eyelids begin to part, and the eyes open. Baby grows to 14–15 inches and to 2½ pounds.

Tips for Baby's Health

How Valley Medical Center
Can Help

At regular visits, your doctor will monitor baby's heartbeat and growth.
Thinking about baby's arrival ahead of time will help you decide about breastfeeding and other important issues.
As you prepare the nursery for your baby, consider safety issues around your house.
Most pregnancies go smoothly, but possible complications include toxemia and fetal-growth abnormalities. Know the signs of a late miscarriage and other warning signs that call for immediate medical attention.

As you make the decision about how to feed your baby, it may help to know more about the benefits of breastfeeding.
You can learn about household safety and other aspects of infant care in VMC's parenting and family classes. Call 206.575.BABY.
VMC's Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center provides advanced care for higher risk pregnancies. For more information, call 425.656.5520.

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