Baby Update

This is about what our baby looks like at this point.

Here is a break down of the next few weeks of development.

WEEK 12 - Nearly all organs and structures are formed. Fingers and toes are separated, hair and nails begin to grow. Genitals take on gender characteristics, and the kidneys begin producing and excreting urine.

WEEK 13 - The vocal chords form, and eyes and ears begin to move into normal position. Sex is determinable, although still too small to see in an ultrasound. The liver and pancreas are now functioning.

WEEK 14 - The fetus is now 3 1/2 inches long and weighs one to two ounces. It has begun inhaling and exhaling movements, and hands are becoming functional. All nourishment is now received from the placenta.