Week 26 Size: Red Cabbage
About the size of a red cabbage.
Relative Visual Scale
Solid circle represents your baby's size. Dotted circle shows the full-term week 40 size threshold.
Baby's Development
The baby's eyes open for the first time and begin to blink! Lungs are developing air sacs, and brain activity responds to sounds and light from the outside world.
Weekly Milestones
- ✦ Eyes Open & Blink
- ✦ Brain Activity Responds to Stimuli
Your Body & Symptoms
Your blood pressure may rise slightly, returning to pre-pregnancy levels. You might feel a rhythmic pulsing inside your belly—these are fetal hiccups, which are harmless.
Common Symptoms this Week
Doctor & Care Recommendations
- ✓ Recognize the gentle, rhythmic pulses of fetal hiccups.
- ✓ Incorporate relaxation techniques (deep breathing, reading) into your bedtime routine.
- ✓ Keep paths clear at home to avoid tripping.
Weekly Health Guides & Resources
Second Trimester Guide
Read comprehensive clinical milestones, screening checklists, and developmental guidelines for this phase.
Track & Relieve Symptoms
Learn why symptoms occur, home remedies, and clinical indicators for this week:
Food Safety Checklists
Verify safety statuses, listeria and mercury risks, and safe alternatives for:
Frequently Asked Questions: Week 26
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