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Pregnancy week 25

Trimester 2 · Baby is about a cauliflower

The baby's hands can grip and the sense of balance is developing.

How your body may feel

  • Heartburn and indigestion after meals.
  • Frequent urination returns.
  • Haemorrhoids may appear.

Self-care this week

  • Eat slowly and avoid very spicy or fatty foods late.
  • Increase fibre and fluids for constipation.
  • Ask your clinician before using any remedy.

Milestone

Third-trimester preparation begins.

Seek care urgently if you notice

  • Severe headache that will not clear, or blurred vision and flashing lights
  • Any vaginal bleeding, or fluid leaking from the vagina
  • Sudden swelling of the face, hands or feet
  • Burning or painful urination, or fever
  • Reduced or absent baby movement once a pattern is established