Ah, so we’ve made it to our second trimester, and we’re eager to learn what is taking place with our baby right now!  Pregnancy is an exciting thing, and is something that we slowly learn about as it happens, especially if this is our first child. 

As a mom-to-be we are always curious to know what is happening, and we are more impatient than ever to see our little one for the first time.  Although it takes time, they will be here before you know it.  So, we’ve made it this far, what’s happening now and until the third trimester?  Continue reading below to find out!

Learn About Your Second Trimester

• This is probably the most exciting trimester simply because the sex becomes apparent.  Yes!  If you’re wanting to know the gender of your baby, you can find out through ultrasound.
• Your baby’s organs begin to develop and mature over time starting with the second trimester. 
• Right now, your baby is covered with a creamy, white substance called vernix caseosa.  This is important because it protects the skin from exposure to the amniotic fluid.
• Woman are feeling good about their pregnancy, have more energy, and strength. This is also the time because they feel the most beautiful.  They’re not “too big” yet, and aren’t clumsy.  They have the perfect little baby bump at this point.
• Urine also starts to form, and becomes excreted into the amniotic fluid.
• Your baby’s skeleton begins to form and grow rapidly.
• At this point, you’ll want to talk to your baby.  Babies can now hear their surroundings and the voices outside the womb.
• So, what color do you think your baby’s hair is?  It is now visible and is starting to grow!
• Lastly, you’re half way there and will soon be holding your baby!

Saying Goodbye to The First Trimester and Moving Forward

At first, we might of had some morning sickness, and weren’t feeling to well, but from here on out things tend to look up!  The morning sickness will usually decrease, and your pregnancy is starting to show.  We are finally getting that cute little bump in our tummy, and we can see that we’re pregnant.  It’s fun when we get to start seeing the results of our baby right from our stomach.  As time goes on, you will start seeing your stomach rise more and more!

Pregnancy is a wonderful thing, and when the baby is born it is very rewarding.  All this time we’ve prepared, and took care of our baby to make it healthy and strong.  Before we know it, the baby is here, and we’re thinking about having another one!

Consider Reading a Pregnancy Book

To learn about the further developments of our baby and our body, it’s highly recommended that you read a baby book.  These are great because you can never know enough about your pregnancy!  From learning about the developments in your baby, as well as tips for giving birth and bringing home your baby there is a lot to know.  It’s never to late to educate yourself on this important information!