Week 27
Your baby is the size of a Cauliflower
Baby Size
Cauliflower
Length
9.6 in (24.4 cm)
Weight
1.9 lb (870 g)
Trimester
Second Trimester
Your Baby at Week 27
You're at the end of the second trimester! Your baby is the size of a cauliflower. The eyes are now open and closing, and sleep-wake cycles are becoming established.
Key milestone: The baby's eyes open and close. The brain's sleep-wake cycles begin. Taste buds are fully developed.
Your Symptoms
More intense movements (jabs, rolls). Fatigue returns. Shortness of breath continues.
Tip for This Week
End of the second trimester! Start preparing the nursery and packing your hospital bag.
Your Body at Week 27
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 27 is the size of a Cauliflower, measuring about 9.6 in (24.4 cm) and weighing roughly 1.9 lb (870 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
You're at the end of the second trimester! Your baby is the size of a cauliflower. The eyes are now open and closing, and sleep-wake cycles are becoming established. The key milestone this week is that the baby's eyes open and close. the brain's sleep-wake cycles begin. taste buds are fully developed.
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
“Blinking into being — the rhythm of day and night.”
Imagine hearing this every morning — a voice note from your baby that evolves week by week.
Hear your baby's voice →Frequently Asked Questions
When does the third trimester start?
The third trimester begins at week 28 and continues through birth.
What should I pack in my hospital bag?
Pack by week 27-28: comfortable clothes, toiletries, phone charger, snacks, and baby's going-home outfit.