In the second trimester of pregnancy, body changes and emotional adjustments are a bit more dramatic than in the first trimester. Here is what to expect during this time of additional hormones, feelings and body changes.
Month 4: Beginning to Be Obvious
- This is typically the month when the whole world will begin to see the physical changes
- Remember that every woman is different; how and when the pregnancy shows will depend on a number of factors.
- She will likely have a brief respite from the overwhelming fatigue of the first three months. Usually during the fourth month, she'll begin to feel a little more "in the zone" in terms of the pregnancy.
- However, there may be some new concerns like aching joints or skin problems. These are the result of the rapidly increasing levels of hormones in her system.
Month 5: The Best Month
- Most pregnant moms think the fifth month is the best of all. A lot of the hard work her body has been doing takes a break. She will have more energy.
- The baby will be moving around a little by this stage. At the right moments, you'll be able to feel the baby moving with a well placed hand on her abdomen.
She is still producing more blood; this may often cause her to feel a little light headed.
Month 6: Feeling It More
- A little more fatigue will set in during this month
- You and your partner will see noticeable changes in her breasts. Her areolae will get larger and darker; and will likely stay that way until after the birth
- She will also generally experience a slight drop in blood pressure during this stage as her body adjusts to the growing baby and the baby's demand for blood
Return to Your Partner's Body Changes During Pregnancy
