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At A Glance
Baby has grown eyelashes
The baby's body is continuing to develop. They now have fingerprints, eyelashes, and eyebrows.
You can now clearly see the gender of baby on ultrasound
If you haven't had your ultrasound yet, make sure to schedule one soon!
Constipation and bladder infection
Possible constipation and bladder pain from infection are common symptoms during pregnancy. If you experience any of these symptoms, make sure to tell your obstetrician and seek appropriate treatment methods.
Active little athlete
Your growing baby is becoming more and more active in the womb. They are now able to make fluid movements and even have the strength to curl their toes and fingers. Their nails have also grown and their fingerprints are still developing.
In the 17th week, your baby's eyebrows and eyelashes will begin to grow slowly. The signals from their brain will also start to make their facial muscles work, so they may start making frowns and funny grimace expressions.
Baby now has facial expressions
In the 17th week, baby's eyebrows and eyelashes began to grow slowly, and the signals from the brain also made the facial muscles work, and frowns and funny grimace expressions appeared!
Finally, find out if it's a boy or a girl!
Have you always wanted to know if your baby is a boy or a girl? An ultrasound examination at 17 weeks of pregnancy can usually reveal the gender clearly. If you wish to find out before 20 weeks, consider scheduling an obstetric examination to confirm the gender now.
Your Pregnancy Symptoms at Week 17
This week marks the 17th week of your pregnancy. For some women, this may be the week where they can find out the gender of their baby through a prenatal checkup. Additionally, this week may also bring about some common pregnancy complaints such as constipation and bladder pain which could be from an infection. Be sure to get advice from doctors if you have any concerns about your and your baby's health.
Limited bladder space leading to frequent urination
A pregnant woman's uterus continues to grow rapidly, leaving less and less room in her bladder. You may also notice yourself going to the toilet more often, and while it may be troublesome, frequent urination is a must in order to avoid a bladder infection.
Changes in vaginal discharge, constipation, and haemorrhoids
Pregnant women may experience changes in their vaginal secretions during the 17-week period, and they may also suffer from constipation or hemorrhoids. To avoid this, it is important to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. If you experience any serious problems, you should consult an obstetrician.
Becoming clumsy
As the belly gets heavier, pregnant women may lose their balance when walking. It is recommended to put away the high heels and replace them with comfortable low heels/flat shoes to reduce the risk of tripping. Pregnant women should also be careful when walking on slippery surfaces.
Excessive weight gain, rapid heartbeat
Weight gain is inevitable but it is important not to gain too much weight as this can lead to high blood pressure and increased heartrate. This can lead to palpitations or shortness of breath. It is important to monitor this with your doctor or midwife.
Symptoms you may experience in the 17th week of pregnancy
- Frequent urination
- Flatulence, constipation
- Milky white discharge from the vagina
- Breast tenderness
- Pain on the side of the abdomen caused by a distended uterus
- Limb edema, lower limb cramps
