Feeling your child for the first time is like a feeling of light bubbles or tickling in the stomach, physically feeling the life that grows within you… it’s wonderful! Read more about the development of your little one in the womb
By Mayra Martínez
Inside the womb, your little one rehearses the life that awaits him outside: he moves before the things that please him and frowns when something displeases him. He relaxes when he hears your voice, but he can cover his face at a sound. Your doctor will check your health and that of your son by means of a monitor to check his heartbeat and the proper development of the pregnancy. Over time, you will recognize a pattern in your child’s movement: some become more active in the morning, others after lunch and some more at night, when you finally relax.
# WEEK / AND WHAT HAPPENS?
1 In the first ultrasound, you look excitedly at a heart beating on “a grain of rice.
8 The embryo will begin to move as if rocking in a hammock.
10 Her limbs lengthen and arms and legs flap freely in the uterus; begins to develop touch.
12 He is active, stretches, flexes, arms and legs, kicks, closes his fingers, flexes his wrists and ankles, opens and closes his mouth … You cannot perceive it, but his movements are already voluntary.
14 The sense of taste develops, distinguishes flavors and textures; he reacts above all to those who like him.
16 Begins to perceive noise: your ear is sharpening, although it reaches its maximum development until week 24.
18 You may have hiccups and your fingerprints begin to be created.
20 Their genitals begin to form. You will soon know if it will be a boy or a girl.
22 He already has hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes; also body hair.
24 Muscles and bones are growing; smiles and frowns.
26 You already open your eyes and perceive lights: a very bright one can alter your heart rate and lead you to adopt another posture.
28 Begins to experience sleep sensation and even yawns.
30 Your brain grows larger and larger, along with your neural connections.
32 The most curious thing happens in babies in utero: he is able to suck his thumb!
34 The growth of fingernails and toenails begins.
36 Your systems are complete; your baby is ready to be born.
38 Your lungs are already fully developed; ready to go.
40 Your body is perfect! The oil on your skin will help you maintain your body temperature when you go outside.
ALERT
From the sixth month, it is important that you do not go to bed any day without having felt it at least once. If you don’t remember feeling it, you can eat a chocolate: glucose is a quick source of energy that will stimulate it. If you don’t feel its movement, see a doctor soon.