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Month 1
The egg is fertilized, The embryonic disc will form. There, the organism will develop. The inner organs begin to develop. -
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First Trimester
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Month 2
Embryo grows in size. The features look more human-like. Bone and muscles begin to form. -
Month 3
In month 3, the digestive system starts functioning. Movement of the limbs are prominent by the end of this month. -
Month 4
Lower body growth speeds up, making it proportionate to the head. Spinal chord straightens, and hands and feet develop. It is possible for fingers to close, and the fetus begins moving more. -
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Second Trimester
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Month 5
Skin begins to thicken. Hair and nails grow as sweat and sebaceous glands form. The fetus has grown to be about one foot long and one pound. -
Month 6
The eyelids can now open, and tastebuds are formed on tongue. -
Month 7
The fetus is usually about 15 inches long during this time. If born prematurely, the fetus would be able to survive because it is almost fully developed. -
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Third Trimester
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Month 8
Fat is formed. The positioning of the fetus can change, even in the overcrowded uterus. More activity is common within organs. Digestive organs produce more waste. -
Month 9
Fetus is ready to be born. -
Baby is born
Congratulations on your newborn baby!
