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Week 17 of your pregnancy
Your baby is about the size of a pomegranate
The eyes move behind closed lids, baby reacts to loud noises, and fingerprints are forming.
pomegranate12 cm · 140 g
You this week
Your waist is disappearing as the womb grows. Stretch marks, heartburn, swollen feet and mood changes can happen.
Tips for this week
- Start thinking about where to give birth
- Do your pelvic floor exercises
- Explore antenatal classes
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Summarised from the NHS website. Every pregnancy is different: this is general information, not medical advice. If you're worried about yourself or your baby, contact your midwife or maternity unit. In an emergency, call 999.