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Your baby at 22 weeks
Your baby now looks like a miniature newborn, though still lean. The eyes are formed, but the iris lacks colour. The grip is getting stronger, and the pancreas is developing.
Your body at 22 weeks
Your belly button may pop out. Some women start feeling Braxton Hicks ‘practice’ contractions – painless tightenings that come and go.
Common symptoms this week
- Braxton Hicks
- Lower back pain
- Belly button changes
Tips & to-do list
- Start pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises: squeeze and hold for a few seconds, 10 times, three times a day.
- Wear loose, breathable cotton clothes.
- Stay hydrated – dehydration can trigger tightenings.
Check-ups and tests around this week
- Anomaly / Level-II / TIFFA scan (18–22 weeks)
Week 22 at a glance
| At 22 weeks | |
|---|---|
| Trimester | Second trimester |
| Pregnancy month | Month 5 of 9 |
| Weeks to due date | 18 weeks |
| Days pregnant | 154–160 days |
| Progress | 55% of 40 weeks |
When to call your doctor
Contact your doctor or go to hospital straight away if you notice:
- Any vaginal bleeding or fluid leak
- Regular tightenings or period-like cramps before 37 weeks
- Severe headache, blurred vision or sudden swelling of face and hands
- Fever, or pain while urinating
Questions about 22 weeks pregnant
How many months is 22 weeks pregnant?
22 weeks pregnant falls in month 5 of pregnancy, in the second trimester. For medical purposes, weeks and days are more precise than months.
How big is my baby at 22 weeks?
At 22 weeks your baby is about the size of a small papaya – roughly ~27.8 cm long and weighing about ~430 g.
Is it normal to have no symptoms at 22 weeks?
Yes. Every pregnancy is different, and symptoms come and go. Feeling well is not a sign that something is wrong. If you have concerns, or notice any warning signs listed on this page, contact your doctor.
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Medical disclaimer: The results and information on this page are estimates for general education only. They are not a diagnosis and do not replace advice from your gynaecologist, obstetrician or midwife. If you have pain, bleeding, reduced baby movements or feel unwell, contact your doctor or call 108 immediately. Read the full disclaimer.