Week 25

Your Baby's Development
Your baby's fully developed hands, complete with tiny fingernails, are now feeling the surroundings, including his or her own skin and even the umbilical cord. Your baby's dexterity is developing, too - fingers can now curl into a fist.

You may notice that your baby has resting and alert periods. You'll notice fetal activity more readily when you are doing sedentary activities. Your baby's hearing has developed, too - he or she may now be able to hear your voice!

Your Body
Pregnancy can cause some unpleasant side effects when it comes to digestion. Not only does the hormone progesterone slow the emptying of the stomach (to allow for increased absorption of nutrients for your baby), but your expanding uterus is putting increased pressure on your intestines. The result: indigestion and heartburn that can make eating your favorite meals a nightmare. Try eating smaller, more frequent meals, and avoid spicy and fatty foods.