Changes in the 20th week of pregnancy
At this stage, the priority for the pregnant woman isweight control becomes important. Normally, the gain should be 3 kg. Extra pounds will have a negative effect on a woman's health and will also complicate childbirth. An enlarged uterus shifts the center of gravity, causing pain in the spine. Being overweight contributes to the aggravation of this condition. Back pain can intensify so much that it will become impossible to lead a normal life.
It is important to be active on the 20th week of pregnancyLifestyle Photo: Getty Diets are inadmissible for women in the position. The child should receive all the necessary complex of nutrients. Deficiency of calories will negatively affect its development. You should consult a specialist who will choose a balanced diet. Proper nutrition will keep growing weight. A future mother should not feel hungry. Therefore, in addition to full meals in its diet should include snacks. Portions can be small, but frequent. The quality of products should be given special attention. It is better to give preference to natural and healthy food. Prepared cooked, stewed and baked food. From fatty fried foods should be discarded. The diet should contain complex carbohydrates, proteins and fatty acids. Often a woman in a position feels like eating a fat dish or sweets. This feeling of a shortage of carbohydrates. Instead of harmful products, it is better to choose cereals, cereal bread or macaroni of hard varieties. Complex carbohydrates in their composition will give strength for a long time, without provoking an increase in weight. We must not forget about fish and meat. Suitable for any low-fat variety. They must be carefully prepared. Raw foods carry the threat of infection by parasites. Vegetables, fruits and fermented milk products should also be present in the daily diet. They are rich in vitamins, microelements and fiber. As a snack you can use nuts and dried fruits.
What happens to the fetus
The size of the fruit is steadily increasing.His spine has almost completely straightened. Fat tissue continues to accumulate. The respiratory, digestive, genitourinary and cardiovascular systems continue to improve. A regular stethoscope is enough to hear the baby's heartbeat.
Everything that happens to a pregnant woman affectschildPhoto: Getty The baby is 20 cm tall. It weighs 250 grams. Its skin is thickening. The internal organs are no longer visible. The original fluff - lanugo - appears. Fluffy eyelashes and eyebrows have formed. The entire skin is covered with creamy vernix caseosa. It performs protective functions. As the fetus develops, the structure of the brain improves. New nerve cells are formed. It begins to experience new feelings. It has learned to distinguish the taste of amniotic fluid. The baby actively reacts to what is happening around it. Flashes of light, loud sounds, movements and the mother's mood do not escape it. Noisy events should be avoided so as not to frighten the child. Rhythmic and slight shuddering is added to the jolts and turns. This is how the baby's hiccups affect the mother. Its diaphragm is just beginning to form. Due to its imperfection, it often experiences spasms. This process is completely harmless. The inner ear is fully formed. The nose is clearly visible on the face. It is not yet fully developed. The crown is covered with hair. It is thick and dense, different from the original fluff. Some time after birth, it falls out.
Appearance of the abdomen
Conceal the special situation at this stagealmost impossible. The woman's figure has noticeably rounded out. The enlarged uterus is located at the level of the navel. It's time to take care of the skin. Moisturizing is necessary to prevent or reduce stretch marks. You can buy a special product for pregnant women in a cosmetics store that will increase the elasticity of the skin. It is important to responsibly approach the choice of composition. It should not contain aggressive components. Expectant mothers should choose cosmetics based on natural ingredients, approved by dermatologists. It will not harm the baby. At home, you can use natural oils. Coconut oil is most effective for the skin. It penetrates into the deep layers of the epidermis, preventing dryness. Nutritious components will not allow the skin to stretch. The product should be applied with massage movements 1-2 times a day. Olive and almond oil have similar properties.
Ultrasound and Analysis
Ultrasound examination isa mandatory element of screening, which occurs during this period. The specialist will assess whether the pregnancy is proceeding well. Diagnostics will allow identifying chromosomal abnormalities and defects in the formation of the fetus, if any.
Mom and the baby need rest. Photo: Getty The doctor will study the structure of internal organs. With the help of equipment you can observe the work of the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory and genitourinary system. Particular attention is paid to the heart. Problems in its formation are most often encountered. On the scanner, you can see how the crumb moves in the womb. It moves freely in the anatomical fluid. He has grown enough and learned a lot. The baby flips over, bends her elbows and knees. He swallows fingers and toes. The study will assess the state of health of the mother. The doctor will analyze the position of the uterus and its size. No less important is the formation of the placenta. It functions as a corpus luteum. Thanks to her, the child is under reliable protection. It serves as a barrier that prevents harmful substances from passing through. Analyzes should be handed over at least 2 times a month. A general blood test will reflect the body's condition and iron deficiency. Urinalysis is necessary to assess the performance of the kidneys. A doctor can prescribe to donate blood for sugar, if necessary. A biochemical blood test will reflect the hormonal state of a woman. At this time, half the pregnancy is over. The baby continues to grow and accumulate fat mass.
What happens when twins become pregnant?
The children's height is 23.9 cm, weight 330 g.Their heads are the size of chicken eggs. Babies develop eyebrows and scalp hair, although the color and texture of their hair will still have time to change after birth. At 20 weeks, the brain is actively growing and forming. At this time, a woman needs to:
- To pass or take place inspection on a gynecological armchair;
- to pass the general analysis of urine;
- to hand over the general analysis of a blood.
This week, almost all pregnant women clearly feel the movement of their babies. But a very unpleasant symptom also appears - severe swelling.
