Second trimester
Week 14 of Pregnancy
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About the size of a lemon
3.4 in · 8.7 cm · 1.5 oz · 43 g (crown to rump)
Your baby this week
- Fine, downy hair called lanugo begins covering the body for warmth.
- The liver and kidneys are working — producing bile and urine.
- Facial muscles allow squinting, frowning and grimacing.
What you may be feeling
- Nasal congestion (pregnancy rhinitis)
- Faster-growing hair and nails
- Heartier appetite
Gentle tips for this week
- A saline nasal spray or rinse is a safe first move for pregnancy congestion.
- Second trimester is the classic travel window — check with your provider and plan a babymoon.
Common question for week 14
Is it safe to travel in the second trimester?
For uncomplicated pregnancies, weeks 14-27 are usually considered the most comfortable and lowest-risk time to travel. Ask your provider first, and plan stretch breaks on long trips.
Every pregnancy is different. Sizes are averages, symptoms vary widely, and none of this replaces the guidance of your own provider.