Welcome to Week 25! Your baby is about the size of a lettuce—around 13.5 inches long and weighing about 1.5 pounds. They’re gaining more fat now, starting to look less wrinkly and more like the cuddly newborn you’ll soon meet.
What’s Happening in Your Body?
Baby’s skin is becoming more opaque as fat builds up underneath. Their hair is getting thicker, and their hands are now fully formed—tiny fingers, nails, and all.
They’re also developing better hearing, meaning they can recognize your voice and may even react to familiar sounds. Some babies even startle at loud noises outside the womb!
Meanwhile, baby’s movements are stronger and more coordinated, and you might notice a more defined sleep-wake pattern.
For you, your uterus is now about the size of a soccer ball, and your belly button might have fully “popped” out by now.
Common Symptoms This Week
More noticeable baby kicks and rolls—you might even feel rhythmic hiccups!
Backaches, hip pain, or pelvic pressure
Swelling in your feet, ankles, and hands (especially if you’re on your feet a lot)
Braxton Hicks contractions—mild tightening of your belly
Heartburn and indigestion
Shortness of breath as baby pushes up against your diaphragm
Trouble sleeping—finding a comfy position is getting harder!
What You Can Do This Week
Start thinking about your birth plan—it’s not too early to jot down preferences
Take breaks to rest your feet and legs to reduce swelling
Practice side-sleeping with pillows for support
Do gentle stretches or prenatal yoga to ease aches and improve circulation
Keep talking, singing, or reading to your baby—they’re listening!
This is also a fun week to record baby’s responses to sounds—like music or your partner’s voice—in an app like Cubtale. It’s amazing how interactive they already are!
Real Talk
Week 25 can feel heavy. Literally. You’re carrying more weight, feeling more pressure, and moving a bit slower. But it’s also one of the sweetest stages—when you’re fully aware of baby’s presence with every kick, every roll.
You’re officially in the last stretch before the third trimester. It’s okay to start planning, preparing, and daydreaming about life after pregnancy—but don’t forget to breathe and just be in this moment, too.
We’re not doctors—we’re just parents who’ve been through the late-night Google searches, the “is this normal?” moments, and the waiting game. Everything we share here comes from our own experiences and research, but it’s not medical advice.
If you ever have questions or concerns about your pregnancy, always check with your healthcare provider. And if you notice anything we missed or got wrong, we’d love to hear from you—drop us a message anytime.