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Week 14: about the size of a peach

The Week of Face Muscles — Week 14

8.7 cm43 gTrimester 2
Your baby says

There are tiny twitches in my face. A frown or a smile? I can't tell them apart yet.

What may be happening this week

During this period, the face muscles may start working, and small expressions like frowning or squinting may form. These expressions can't be said to reflect a feeling; they relate only to muscle development.

A note for you

For the mother, this week may bring days when some energy starts to come back, or it may not. For the father or partner, marking this week with a short walk or a chat says a lot without many words.

A small expression, a small note. That's it for this week.

Sizes are averages and every baby grows at their own pace. This page is general information, not medical advice.