14 Weeks Pregnant
At 14 weeks pregnant your baby is about the size of a peach. You are in the second trimester, and this week brings its own small changes — for your baby and for you.
- Size of
- a peach
- Length
- 8.7 cm
- Weight
- 43 g
- Trimester
- 2
Your baby this week
- Facial muscles start to work — your baby can squint and frown.
- Fine, soft hair called lanugo begins to cover the skin.
- The sucking reflex appears; your baby may find a thumb.
Your body this week
- Energy often returns as first-trimester hormones settle.
- The uterus grows about a centimetre a week from here.
Common symptoms
- Sharp, brief pulls low in the belly when you move
- Forgetfulness and trouble concentrating
- Skin changes: darker patches, a line down the belly, or breakouts
What to expect
The middle months are usually the steadiest part of pregnancy. Energy often returns, the bump becomes visible, and appointments settle into a routine. With 26 weeks to go, this is a good time to plan ahead while you feel well.
Tips for this week
- Moisturise the bump daily — it will not prevent stretch marks, but it eases itching.
- Do pelvic floor exercises daily; they help now and after birth.
- Include iron-rich foods with vitamin C to help absorption.
Frequently asked questions
How many months is 14 weeks pregnant?
14 weeks is about 3 months. Pregnancy months do not divide evenly into weeks, so counting in weeks is more precise.
How big is my baby at 14 weeks?
At 14 weeks your baby is around a peach — roughly 8.7 cm long and about 43 g. Healthy babies vary a lot around these averages.
What symptoms are normal at 14 weeks pregnant?
The most common ones this week are listed above. Contact your doctor or midwife about heavy bleeding, severe pain, a fever, or any change in your baby’s movements.
Pregnancy weeks are counted from the first day of your last period, so week 1 begins before conception.
This article is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always talk to your doctor or midwife about your own pregnancy.