Pregnancy Development on Week 24

Embryo growth

What is the development of the fetus at 24 weeks' gestation?

This time the baby is about the size of corn. Babies are almost 30 cm long and weigh up about 113 grams compared to last week.

Babies still receive oxygen through the placenta. But after birth, his lungs will start to be active and automatically contain oxygen. So that the lungs can function immediately, as long as in the uterus the organ will begin to produce surfactant substances. Surfactants are substances that prevent leaks in the air sacs in the lungs, and protect them when they exhale.

Not only the lungs, the sense of hearing is also growing now. The inner ear organ is more perfect, so the balance ability of your child is also getting better. This made him know his position in the womb at that time, whether it was upside down or upright.

Changes in the Body

What are the changes in the body of a pregnant woman at week 24?

During the 24 weeks of fetal development, a glucose screening test is important for pregnant women. This test generally starts at 24 weeks to 28 weeks. This blood sugar test can help the doctor diagnose what you have gestational diabetes or not.

This condition is a condition that occurs during pregnancy and can cause problems in newborns, such as hypoglycemia. Gestational diabetes can increase the likelihood of a mother needing a caesarean section because of the large size of the baby due to this condition.

In a test that checks for glucose, you will be examined and blood drawn. If your blood sugar is too high, you can control a good diet, exercise regularly, and sometimes have to take drugs such as insulin.

What should I pay attention to?

In the 24-week development period of the fetus, it is likely that the belly of the pregnant woman will itch. This happens because the moisture of the mother's skin starts to disappear, so that it arises dryness and itching. Try not to scratch it because this will make you feel more itchy and can cause skin irritation.

The use of moisturizer can temporarily resist itching, so use moisturizers regularly. Anti-itch lotions such as calamine or bathing oat milk can help relieve itching. However, if you feel itchy without dry or sensitive skin, or a rash on your stomach, visit a doctor immediately to be examined more carefully.

Visit to Doctor / Midwife

What should I discuss with the doctor?

During the 24 weeks of fetal development, your uterus may have begun to practice contractions for labor. Small contractions will begin to appear to "train" the uterus so that it can push the baby out.

This contraction is called Braxton Hicks. This painless contraction will generally be felt in the upper part of the uterus or lower abdomen and groin. Braxton Hicks contractions are also known as fake labor because they are very different from the actual labor contractions.

Braxton Hicks contractions occur at very long and different intensities than labor contractions. These contractions can occur longer in a longer time, stronger, and closer. Braxton Hicks contractions and labor contractions can actually confuse pregnant women.

Call your doctor if you have contractions during the 24 weeks of fetal development that make you worry. Especially if the contraction is painful or more than 6 times in one hour. The biggest difference between birth contractions and Braxton Hicks is the effect on your cervix.

In Braxton Hicks contractions, your cervix will not change like the actual labor contractions to make the cervix begin to open. You may need to consult with a doctor to determine and recognize the type of contraction that occurs.

What tests should I know?

You still need to see a doctor during the development of the fetus 23 weeks of pregnancy. Here are some tests that doctors will check:

• measure body weight and blood pressure
• check urine for glucose and protein
• check fetal heart rate
• measure the size of the uterus with external palpation (touching from the outside) to see how it correlates with the date of birth
• lower position height (top of uterus)
• check the swelling of the hands and feet, check for varicose veins in the legs
• your symptoms, especially abnormal symptoms

Prepare a list of questions or problems that you want to discuss with your doctor.

Health and Safety

What do I need to know to maintain health and safety during pregnancy?

Taking medication

Pregnant women may take stomach acid. You can use stomach acid while not using excessive doses. Use as stated on the label or doctor's advice. If you drink too many stomach acid drugs, it is feared that it can cause constipated pregnant women, but this will not harm your fetus.

Waxing

Maybe pregnant women want their bodies to stay awake, so they want waxing so that the hairs on their bodies stay organized. If you plan to waxing body and face, more babies are delayed until giving birth. Why?

Waxing can cause small blood vessels in the body to break. Fear, bacteria and dirt can easily enter because the mother who is pregnant with her immune system is prone to illness.

So next week what kind of fetus will it grow?

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