Week 24

Your Baby at Week 24

At 24 weeks, your baby is the size of a corn cob. Viability milestone: babies born at 24 weeks have a good chance of survival with medical support. The lungs are producing surfactant.

Key milestone: The baby's face is fully formed. The lungs produce surfactant (essential for breathing air). The sense of balance develops.

Your Body at Week 24

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 24 is the size of a Corn, measuring about 8.4 in (21.3 cm) and weighing roughly 1.3 lb (600 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 24 weeks, your baby is the size of a corn cob. Viability milestone: babies born at 24 weeks have a good chance of survival with medical support. The lungs are producing surfactant. The key milestone this week is that the baby's face is fully formed. the lungs produce surfactant (essential for breathing air). the sense of balance develops.

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.