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Week 22 of your pregnancy

Your baby is about the size of a sweet potato

The lungs are developing and baby practises breathing. Taste buds are forming, shaped by what you eat.

You this week

Stretch marks may appear. Tiredness, piles, backache, indigestion and swollen hands and feet are common.

Tips for this week

  • Do your pelvic floor exercises
  • Tell your employer if you haven't yet
  • Explore antenatal classes together

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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.