Think of a large papaya! That's what the mom-to-be websites I frequent compare the baby to in size. Total length is about 11.5 inches, but crown to rump is about 8 inches. On average, babies at this point weigh a pound or so.
As for big happenings this week-- its all about the lungs, which are getting into full gear. Although Little B won't actually use them until he/she makes her grand entrance, she/he's practicing using them now. They are developed enough so that Little B makes breathing movements while staying at Hotel W. But for now baby gets all of his/her oxygen from the placenta. Many doctors do note that Weeks 23 & 24 are significant milestones though because of the lung development that has already happened. Once these weeks are completed (they vary just a bit with every baby), the chances of survival are much better if they arrive early. But hold on Little B-- stay put please!
In other news, Little B is awake for more hours than before. A few weeks ago, he/she was sleeping about 19 hours a day. Now, the little one sleeps between 14-16 hours a week. And yes, I totally notice this change. Its cool though.
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