How Big Is My Baby At 19 Weeks Pregnant?

Your baby is developing fast and is about the size of a beef tomato. The baby is about 6.02 inches long and weighs about 8.47 ounces.

Baby Development

• The baby’s skin is developing, but the skin is so translucent that veins are clearly visible.
• The baby is covered with vernix to protect the soft skin while submerged in the amniotic fluid.
• Brown fat is developing, which will keep the baby warm after birth.
• The brain is making millions of neurons that connect brain to the muscles.
• The baby can hear external sounds and loud conversations.
• The baby’s kidneys are working well and producing urine.

19 Weeks Pregnant Symptoms

Weight Gain:  By this week you would have gained 7-12 pounds. Gaining 1-2 pounds per week is normal in the second semester.

Aches And Pains:  You may feel different aches and pain all around, such as back pain, round ligament pain, and lower abdomen pain. This happens because of stretching of muscles to accommodate your growing baby.

Blurred Vision:  You may have blurred vision due to build-up of fluid in your eyes. Your need not worry, as it is a common and normal side effect at this stage of pregnancy.

Nasal Congestion:  Most of the pregnant women experience nosebleeds and nasal stuffiness during pregnancy. They are caused by the increased amount of blood in your body and hormones acting on the tissues of your nose. It is normal at this stage of pregnancy.

Heartburn & Indigestion:  Heartburn occurs when stomach acids move upwards to the esophagus. This happens due to relaxation of the valve between the stomach and esophagus. Indigestion occurs due to relaxed digestive system caused by pregnancy hormones.

Dizziness:  Many pregnant women experience dizziness and lightheadedness throughout their pregnancy. Sometimes you may feel that you are about to fall or faint. These symptoms are caused by many different reasons. The growth of more blood vessels in early pregnancy, the pressure of the expanding uterus on blood vessels, falling blood sugar levels, low blood pressure, and the body’s increased need for food all can contribute to make a pregnant woman feel lightheaded and dizzy.

Hot Flashes:  You may feel abnormally hot. Hot flashes occur due increased blood flow and hormonal activity.

Increased Appetite:  Your appetite increases a lot in this week. You will feel a lot hungrier because your baby is growing and demands more nourishment. Eat whenever you are hungry.

Backache:  Hormonal changes, growing size of the breasts, and the pressure exerted by the baby can cause backache. Doing low-impact exercise and stretching your body regularly can help.

Constipation:  During pregnancy, hormones slow down the digestive system, leaving you constipated. Eating enough fiber, wholemeal breads, cereals, and drinking plenty of water will help.

Frequent Urination:  You may need to pee frequently because of hormones and extra pressure exerted by the uterus on the bladder.

Leg Cramps:  Cramping occurs in legs when you are lying in the bed during night. They can deprive you of your sleep. Straightening your leg and gently stretching your ankle and toes will help.

19 Weeks Pregnant: Tips For A Healthy Pregnancy

• Research, find, and tour local birth centers.
• Sign up for a childbirth class.
• Continue to follow good prenatal habits like eating healthy food and taking folic acid and prenatal vitamins daily.
• Make yourself confortable by wearing breathable loose clothes and a supportive bra.
• Include healthy foods, such as fruits and vegetables, lean meat, cereals, and dairy products in your diet.
• Eat small meals or snacks at regular intervals for better digestion and to prevent heartburn.
• Keep yourself adequately hydrated by drinking a lot of water.
• Take plenty of rest and sleep at least 8 hours a day.
• Engage in moderate exercises, such as walking or swimming.
• Avoid long and strenuous physical activity, exercises involving jerky or sudden movements.
• Don’t eat undercooked, unpasteurized, spicy, deepfried, and fatty foods.
• Don’t take any medication or herb without your doctor’s clearance.
• Spend time or keep in touch with family, friends, and other loved ones and share your feelings. This will help you to cope with stress and anxiety and stay calm and relaxed.