Pregnancy Week 21

Week 21.

What started as hard to tell movements are now properly distinguishable kicks and punches. Your baby is moving around and is developing a routine for movement and resting. Everyday baby swallows a bit of amniotic fluid now, this helps baby practice swallowing and digestion.

Mom, from this early you may experience Braxton Hicks contractions. Your heartburn may get worse as your stomach muscles continue to relax, and you may also feel hotter than normal. The pregnancy temperature is about .8 degrees higher than your non-pregnant temperature. Your skin will continue feeling dry and itchy, be sure to put enough lotion.