14 Weeks Pregnant: What to Expect This Week
Fourteen weeks pregnant and officially in the second trimester — a milestone worth celebrating. The nausea is easing for most, and your baby is already making facial expressions.
Baby at Week 14: Size of a lemon
Baby's Development at 14 Weeks
Baby can squint, frown, grimace, and suck their thumb. The kidneys are producing urine which is released into the amniotic fluid — baby is actually swimming in their own urine, which they then swallow and filter through the kidneys again. The roof of the mouth is complete. Hair is beginning to grow, including eyebrows and the fine downy lanugo that covers the body for warmth. The thyroid gland is producing hormones independently of the mother for the first time.
Your Body at 14 Weeks Pregnant
Welcome back, appetite — most people find nausea has substantially eased by week 14. The second-trimester energy boost is well and truly here for many. Round ligament pain (sharp twinges when you move suddenly) is common as the uterus grows. Nasal congestion may persist due to increased blood flow to mucous membranes. Some people notice their hair and nails growing faster and looking thicker thanks to hormonal changes.
Tips for Week 14
- Book your 20-week anatomy scan if you haven't already — popular timeslots fill up.
- Start doing pelvic floor exercises (Kegels) now — strengthening these muscles helps with labour and recovery.
- Ask about the quad screen if you're interested in second-trimester genetic screening.
- If heartburn begins, try eating smaller meals, avoiding lying down after eating, and keeping a food diary of triggers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I feel at 14 weeks pregnant?
At 14 weeks most people can't yet feel baby's movements — the fetus is still too small and the amniotic fluid cushions everything. However, you may notice your uterus as a firm area just above your pubic bone. First movements ("quickening") are typically felt between 18 and 22 weeks for first-time parents.
Is round ligament pain serious?
Round ligament pain is very common from the second trimester onwards and is completely normal. It feels like a sharp, stabbing, or dull aching sensation on one or both sides of the lower abdomen or groin, often triggered by sudden movement, sneezing, or laughing. Resting and changing positions slowly usually helps. Persistent or severe pain should always be discussed with your provider.
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