2nd trimester · Week 22
22 weeks pregnant
Features sharpen; viability is still very limited
Lips, eyelids, and eyebrows look more finished. Survival outside the uterus at this gestation remains rare even with intensive care. The pregnancy is still mid-second trimester.
How big is your baby at 22 weeks?
- Length
- 27.8 cm
- Weight
- 430 g
- Size
- Tomato
On average about 27.8 cm long and 430 g. Size comparison: Tomato.
These are averages; every baby grows at their own pace.
How is your baby developing at 22 weeks?
The pancreas is maturing. Eyes may move behind fused lids. Length is often about 28 cm; weight near 430 g. Periods of activity and rest become clearer on scan.
What changes in your body at 22 weeks?
Ankle swelling at night, pelvic girdle pain, and snoring can start. The uterus is well above the navel. You may feel kicks more than rolls.
Tips for this week
Elevate feet when you can. A support belt helps some pelvic pain; physiotherapy designed for pregnancy is preferable to pushing through. Call if swelling is sudden, especially with headache or visual change.
