Week 22
Your baby is the size of a Papaya
Baby Size
Papaya
Length
7.5 in (19.1 cm)
Weight
15.2 oz (430 g)
Trimester
Second Trimester
Your Baby at Week 22
At 22 weeks, your baby is the size of a papaya. Features are becoming more refined — eyebrows, eyelids, and lips are well-defined, and the baby's senses are sharpening.
Key milestone: The baby's lips, eyelids, and eyebrows are well-defined. The senses become more refined.
Your Symptoms
Movement patterns become recognizable. Back pain. Braxton Hicks contractions may begin.
Tip for This Week
Look into childbirth education classes — online and in-person options are available.
Your Body at Week 22
The second trimester brings a welcome shift — your energy returns as hormone levels stabilize. Your uterus is now rising above the pubic bone, and your baby bump is becoming noticeable. Increased blood flow may give you that 'pregnancy glow,' but it can also cause nasal congestion and gum sensitivity.
Your baby at week 22 is the size of a Papaya, measuring about 7.5 in (19.1 cm) and weighing roughly 15.2 oz (430 g). Your baby is becoming more active, and you may notice patterns in their movements — especially after meals or when you're resting.
Your Baby's Development This Week
At 22 weeks, your baby is the size of a papaya. Features are becoming more refined — eyebrows, eyelids, and lips are well-defined, and the baby's senses are sharpening. The key milestone this week is that the baby's lips, eyelids, and eyebrows are well-defined. the senses become more refined.
The second trimester is when pregnancy becomes more tangible. Your baby's movements grow from subtle flutters to definite kicks, and their senses are awakening to the world outside. This is a beautiful time to begin bonding practices like daily voice notes.
This week's voice theme
“A face only a parent could love — perfectly yours.”
Imagine hearing this every morning — a voice note from your baby that evolves week by week.
Hear your baby's voice →Frequently Asked Questions
What are Braxton Hicks contractions?
Practice contractions that feel like tightening of the uterus. They're irregular and don't cause cervical change.
How often should I feel the baby move at 22 weeks?
There's no set count yet, but you should feel movement daily. Patterns become more predictable by the third trimester.