Week 17, second trimester
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Day by day this week
- 17 weeks 0 days (day 119)While your energy is at its peak, make the most of eating out, but choose your meals wisely.
- 17 weeks 1 day (day 120)Around now you may notice your baby moving, although some women don't feel the first movements until later.
- 17 weeks 2 days (day 121)The tiny embryo was once dwarfed by the placenta, but now your baby has outgrown it and will keep doing so.
- 17 weeks 3 days (day 122)It's normal and healthy to gain more weight in the second trimester than in the early months.
- 17 weeks 4 days (day 123)Your baby's lungs are changing but are still fairly immature and won't be fully developed until week 35.
- 17 weeks 5 days (day 124)As your belly grows and becomes more obvious, your pregnancy will become the focus of people's attention.
- 17 weeks 6 days (day 125)You may want to sign up for prenatal classes now, because in many areas they fill up well in advance.
This is general information based on NHS guidance, not medical advice, and every pregnancy is different. Talk to your midwife or GP about anything that worries you. If your baby's movements slow down or change, or you have bleeding, severe pain or leaking fluid, call your maternity unit straight away. In an emergency, call 999.