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19th week of pregnancy: what happens to the baby, mom, how many months is it
With the onset of the 19th week of pregnancy, the placenta is fully functional. It serves as a reliable barrier that prevents toxic substances from entering the child’s body. Thanks to her, the amniotic fluid is regularly renewed.
Changes in the 19th week of pregnancy
The placenta acquires all the capabilities of the corpus luteum. The child’s body secretes waste products into the amniotic fluid. Through the placenta, they are excreted into the mother’s body. This clears the space around the child. If harmful substances enter the uterus, they will be excreted in the same way.
At the 19th week of pregnancy, the baby’s brain changes
The placenta protects the tiny body from viruses that can infect a woman in position. At high temperatures, the risk of damage increases. This can lead to infection of the fetus. If you have a cold, you should visit your doctor immediately. Medication can only be taken with his permission.
To recover at home, plenty of fluids and rest are essential. An expectant mother should not break bed rest. Food should be light and rich in vitamins. Gargling with herbs will help with sore throat. It is better to treat a runny nose by washing without using vasoconstrictor drops. Rubbing will save you from coughing.
The skin of the crumbs secretes original lubricant. This substance protects sensitive skin from anatomical fluid. Thanks to lubrication, the fetus will more easily pass through the birth canal. The pigment accumulates in the skin, which is responsible for its tone. Soon it will appear in the hair, but now it remains white.
Many changes occur with the child, which affects the condition of the woman.
The skeleton of the baby develops. His spine became straighter. The lower and upper limbs are extended in length. The body and head have become more proportional. The forehead no longer seems so big. Bones are strengthened. They replace soft cartilage tissue. The molar and milk teeth were formed.
The brain is developing intensively. Soon the nervous system will completely control the body. A cortex is laid in the brain. Mental health depends on its formation. The baby’s activity increases. He begins to explore the space around him. With his arms and legs, he touches the walls of the uterus, the umbilical cord and his face.
The baby learned to distinguish sounds. He hears his mother’s voice and heartbeat. Loud sounds can scare him. Papillae have formed on the tongue. Now the child can distinguish between tastes. Smell allows him to pick up odors. He sees bright flashes of light
The structure of the nervous system is being transformed. The myelin sheaths of the nerves mature. The rudiments of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland develop. The endocrine glands begin to secrete a secret.
The emotional background becomes more stable. Increased nervousness and anxiety disappear. Through the movements of the child, a connection is established with him. Now the woman is less worried about the baby.
Since this month, the uterus has greatly increased in size. It is located at the level of the navel. Because of this, the organs of the gastrointestinal tract are compressed. A pregnant woman has constipation, bloating, and stomach pain. It is not recommended to relieve this condition with medications. It is better to establish the correct diet. The diet should consist of protein foods, as well as a large amount of fiber. The liquid helps to improve bowel function.
The size of the abdomen has become large. It cannot be hidden under clothes
The load on the spine of the pregnant woman has increased. This causes pain in the lumbar region and coccyx. Exercising and resting will help reduce discomfort. If the pain increases and is accompanied by a temperature, this indicates the development of pyelonephritis. Do not delay the visit to the doctor.
Due to increased blood circulation, nosebleeds appear. The head may be sore or dizzy. At this time, arrhythmia and hemorrhoids are often manifested. Puffiness may be present throughout the body or in specific areas.
The lack of calcium is indicated by shooting pains in the calves. If the micronutrient deficiency is not replenished in time, a woman’s teeth may suffer. All calcium reserves are spent on building the child’s skeleton. Iron deficiency often makes itself felt. To prevent this condition, you need to include buckwheat and low-fat red meats in the daily menu. Better to give preference to boiled, baked or stewed dishes.
At this time, it is time to do a second ultrasound examination. The woman will be able to see how much her child has changed. It has become much larger. His movements are no longer so chaotic. His weight is 200 g, and his height is 15 cm.
After 3D diagnostics, you can get a realistic photo of the crumbs. He learned to bend arms and legs, change facial expressions, swallow and spit out anatomical fluid. Every day he more and more resembles a person.
During this period, a woman must take care of the vitamin and mineral balance. The doctor should prescribe her a multivitamin complex.
What happens when you get pregnant with twins?
This week, girls begin to form genitals, and boys’ genitals become more visible. Teeth are forming in children. Their sensory perception becomes clear, which means that whatever they feel goes to the brain. At the 19th week, vernacular lubrication begins to form around the babies. The weight of each fruit is 275 g, the height is 21,9 cm.
The fundus of the uterus has reached the level of the navel, so even a small amount of food causes the feeling of overeating. Also, a woman has difficulty sleeping, she wakes up from every rustle. Pregnant women complain of severe itching of the abdominal skin.