Overview
On 23 week coming to an end of the second trimester of pregnancy. The fruit of the twenty-third week of pregnancy has already formed a peculiar mode of the day, and the woman continued calm and favorable period of gestation. You should not limit yourself in motion, on the contrary, as often as possible to go to the park to do exercises, to give up the elevator (unless contraindicated by a physician). Since that time, the expectant mother will have to go to a gynecologist already every two weeks.
What happens to the 23 week of pregnancy?
The end of the second trimester of pregnancy for a woman passes in a supportive environment. Tummy still does not stop, hormones stabilized, hair shine, skin looks radiant as ever and healthy mood - excellent. However, the increased load on the body in the form of the additional blood volume and weight of the uterus itself can become a cause of increased swelling of the legs. In this period the woman is already recommended to give up high heels and wearing a large loose-fitting clothing.
Changes in women
What happens to the twenty-third week of pregnancy in a woman's body? The uterus is the twenty-third week of pregnancy increases even more, and raised two fingers above the navel. Belly greatly pushed forward due to the increase in the volume of amniotic fluid.
future mum weight by this time become more at 6-7 kg, but full of women in the second trimester average gain of 3-3.5 kg. Weekly increase should not exceed 300 grams, so the woman is important to monitor their diet, not preventing overeating - it can adversely affect the development of the fetus after 23 weeks of pregnancy.
In this period, some expectant mothers may have false contractions occur - reducing BrekstonaHiksa. They may occur spontaneously, but it does not bring discomfort pregnant. These contractions are preparing the body of the uterus and the upcoming birth.
Growing belly shifts the center of gravity, which is why an expectant mother gait changes, becoming more awkward. This also contributes to softening of the joints and ligaments.
FEELINGS WOMAN
Baby during 23 weeks of pregnancy already has its own mode, which often coincides with the order of the day mother. He has produced a certain mode of rest and activity that can already feel the woman clearly. Fetus during 23 weeks of pregnancy is getting stronger every day, so it is wiggling becoming more pronounced.
On the twenty-third week, women may appear painful sensations in the womb and sacrum, but if they are not strong and do not cause significant discomfort, do not worry. They are caused by the expansion of the pelvis and active stretching of the uterine wall and ligaments.
Another symptom of the pregnancy is a heaviness in the legs. It appears as a result of a sprain, so you need to wear shoes to relieve this condition with orthopedic insoles, to relax legs and feet using a foot bath and massage, as well as to make walking less walks.
From the genital tract
Allocation for the whole period of pregnancy may change as a result of the constant hormonal changes a woman's body. The norm for the future mother are transparent, yellow and white vaginal discharge, but they should have a smooth consistency and smell blurred.
blood in the secretions may indicate a placental abruption or preterm labor, so when it appears the expectant mother urgently need to see a gynecologist.
ultrasound
Ultrasound examination is usually in this period is not carried out, but since ultrasound is completely safe and does not affect the development of the fetus at 23 weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother may spend it as you wish in the preventive purposes. On the twenty-third week, your doctor may be more likely to diagnose the presence or absence of pathology.
The doctor during ultrasound scan evaluates the development of the fetus at the twenty-third week of pregnancy:
- growth and size of fruit;
- place of attachment of the placenta;
- fetal locomotor activity;
- the internal organs and the heart;
- the state of the placenta and the amount of amniotic fluid.
What happens on term of 23 weeks of pregnancy with the fetus?
Baby 23 week beremennostiprodolzhaet actively grow and develop. Its growth is already about 20 cm, and the weight reaches 450 For its size it is similar to medium-sized eggplant. By the end of the second trimester, the baby is actively increasing its weight, with the increase in growth is becoming less. Grows up he is already at a later date.
These changes are due to the strong growth of subcutaneous fat. But in appearance the fruit of a 23 week pregnancy is even very wrinkled and red. This is due to the fact that the epidermal cells are being actively developed, and the kid does not keep up such a pace.
In most pigment accumulates dermis, however, it becomes no longer so clear. Gradually developing skeletal system and muscle tissue. After 23 weeks of pregnancy the fetus is already almost on the fingers formed nail plate. Fuzz on his head slowly begins to darken, getting your natural color.
At 23 weeks of gestation fetal development is becoming more pronounced. The child begins to work the pancreas, which is responsible for the production of important hormones. One of them is insulin, which is responsible for the metabolic processes in the body and the glucose processing. If a woman has diabetes, the malfunction of the body can occur without proper treatment of the child.
According to research experts on term 23 weeks of pregnancy the baby already has REM sleep and can see dreams. During pregnancy, the fruit of almost all most of the time sleeping, periods of waking up about 2-4 hours a day. Child on the twenty-third week of pregnancy is good to hear, it can wake up from external noise or loud sounds.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
One of the most dangerous threats on the twenty-third week is hypertonicity of the uterus, which may be due to its strong growth and expansion wall. Increased tone appears "petrifaction" of the abdomen and a sense of gravity, which can result in threatened abortion and premature birth.
When the strong contractions of matter immediately consult a gynecologist and to avoid over-voltage, intense exercise or long walks. If necessary, the expert may propose to continue treatment in the hospital under constant supervision of doctors.
Other dangerous problems of this period include:
- gestational diabetes mellitus;
- phlebeurysm.
To prevent possible complications the woman is advised to avoid visiting public places with large crowds, because any infection, acute respiratory infections and especially influenza, transferred in this period, may affect the development of some organs and systems.
What to look for?
Power on this term should be balanced, with a high content of protein, calcium and iron. It is important to limit the use of salt, because it leads to the appearance of leg edema. Instead of fruit juice is better to drink pure non-carbonated water, fruit drinks and fruit drinks. From tea and coffee should be avoided as they tone up the body too much. To avoid heartburn, constipation and hemorrhoids, do not eat fried, spicy, sweet and smoked. It is recommended to give preference to cereals, whole wheat bread, boiled fish, beef.
Physical Activity expectant mother should be limited. It is not recommended to make any sudden movements, and engage in intense sports, but gymnastics, fitness or yoga for pregnant women are very useful.
Intimacy at this stage of pregnancy is not prohibited, as the child is under the protection of membranes and amniotic fluid. Give it up to be women, hatched twins, and in the presence of pathology of placenta previa. Change of sexual partners can lead to penetration of the vagina of pathogenic organisms dangerous to fetal development.
To facilitate the pain in his back expectant mother should wear an elastic bandage, which may be in combination with or panties have the form belt.
Skin expectant mother during this period is particularly sensitive to ultraviolet radiation, any sunburn can cause increased pigmentation. Therefore, women should not have sensitive skin for a long time to be in the open sun.
With frequent urination is not recommended to drink plenty of fluids overnight. Also, it does not long tolerate the appearance of desires. Toilet can be visited at intervals of 3-4 hours. However, if there are pains when urinating, you must consult a doctor immediately.
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