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Your baby at 25 weeks
Baby fat is making the skin smoother. Hair is growing, with its colour and texture set. The nostrils are opening, and your baby may respond to your voice by moving.
Your body at 25 weeks
Haemorrhoids, heartburn and trouble sleeping are common complaints around now.
Common symptoms this week
- Heartburn
- Haemorrhoids
- Sleep trouble
Tips & to-do list
- Plenty of fibre and water helps prevent haemorrhoids.
- Sleep on your side – either side is fine.
- Talk, read or sing to your baby.
Check-ups and tests around this week
- 75 g oral glucose tolerance test (24–28 weeks)
Week 25 at a glance
| At 25 weeks | |
|---|---|
| Trimester | Second trimester |
| Pregnancy month | Month 6 of 9 |
| Weeks to due date | 15 weeks |
| Days pregnant | 175–181 days |
| Progress | 62% 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 25 weeks pregnant
How many months is 25 weeks pregnant?
25 weeks pregnant falls in month 6 of pregnancy, in the second trimester. For medical purposes, weeks and days are more precise than months.
How big is my baby at 25 weeks?
At 25 weeks your baby is about the size of a cauliflower (phool gobhi) – roughly ~34.6 cm long and weighing about ~660 g.
Is it normal to have no symptoms at 25 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.