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24th Week of Pregnancy

Upside Down or Right Side Up?

Baby's Growth and Development in Week 24 of Pregnancy

Baby Development at 24 Weeks Pregnant

Your baby's movements show your doctor that your baby is in good health.

 
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Baby's Growth and Development at 24 Weeks Pregnant

During your 24th week of pregnancy, your baby's face is almost completely formed, down to the tiny eyelashes.

  • When you're 24 weeks pregnant, your baby is about 8 inches long, close to the length of a banana, and weighs about 1 1/2 pounds.
  • Which way is up? Your baby probably knows — now that his inner ear, which controls balance, has finished developing. He might realize whether he is upside down or right side up inside your amniotic sac.
  • Your baby probably is continuing to become more active.
    • Your baby's movements show your doctor that your baby is in good health.
    • His movements right now are important for stimulating muscle growth, keeping joints flexible, and strengthening bones.
  • Right now, your baby probably is gaining about 6 ounces each week.
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