22 Weeks Pregnant
Summary
Size
squash
Length
27.8 cm
Weight
430 g
Until due date
18 weeks
22 / 40 week
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What's Happening With Your Baby
The baby now looks like a miniature newborn: distinct lips, eyelids in place, eyebrows formed. The irises still lack pigment. The pancreas continues to develop.
What's Changing For You
Your bump can no longer be hidden. Your navel may pop out. You may sweat more as your metabolism speeds up.
To Do This Week
Choose loose, breathable fabrics — your body temperature runs higher than usual.
Start thinking about your birth plan and discuss it at your next appointment.
Prenatal yoga or swimming can help your back and lower back.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many months is 22 weeks pregnant?
Week 22 of pregnancy falls in month 5 and in the second trimester. Pregnancy months don't run in neat four-week blocks, so the week-to-month conversion rarely lands on a whole number — which is why pregnancy is tracked in weeks.
How big is the baby at 22 weeks?
At 22 weeks your baby is roughly the size of a squash: around 27.8 cm long and 430 grams. These are averages; clear variation between babies is normal, and what matters is the growth curve your doctor is tracking.
How long is left at 22 weeks pregnant?
Assuming a 40-week pregnancy, you have around 18 weeks left at week 22. Most births happen between weeks 37 and 42, so a due date is a range rather than a fixed day.
What should I watch out for at 22 weeks?
Choose loose, breathable fabrics — your body temperature runs higher than usual. Start thinking about your birth plan and discuss it at your next appointment. Prenatal yoga or swimming can help your back and lower back.
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When To Seek Care Immediately
Whatever week you are in, contact your doctor or the nearest health facility without waiting if you have: vaginal bleeding or fluid loss, severe persistent abdominal pain, a severe headache, blurred vision or flashing lights, sudden swelling of the hands or face, a fever above 38 °C, burning on urination with fever, persistent vomiting, fainting, or — after week 28 — a clear reduction in your baby's movements. In these situations reach real medical care rather than an app or a web search.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult your doctor or midwife about your own or your baby's health.