There are three stages of pregnancy that each woman endures. Some are easy and others can be a bit harder to get through from some women. The first trimester is often a time of initial excitement about a pregnancy, then comes the nausea and tiredness that can knock some women off their feet for a while. Other lucky ladies don't have too much of a problem with either one. The third trimester of pregnancy is often when a woman is most uncomfortable, deals with back pain and bloating, and waits most impatiently for the baby to come. For many, the second trimester of pregnancy is often the most pleasant.
The second trimester of pregnancy comes after about three months. This is when most women start to get some relief, most of the time total relief, from the morning sickness that may have plagued them throughout the entire first trimester. They may be regaining some of their energy as well, not feelings as if they want to nap all of the time. The pregnancy is more real to them now, and they may notice their stomachs are starting to round out. A sense or relief often comes, not just because they are feeling better, but because the danger of early miscarriage is almost behind them.
Many women see their baby early on in pregnancy, but it is often more of a dot or peanut at that stage. During the second trimester of pregnancy, they can go in for the mid pregnancy ultra sound. This happens right around twenty weeks. This is when the baby looks more like a baby, and the gender can often be determined, if a couple wishes to know. Some can even get a good idea of what their baby is going to look like if they get a 3D ultrasound.
The second trimester of pregnancy also marks a point where the baby can survive outside the womb, even if born early. While most babies born at 27 weeks, right near the start of the third trimester, can survive, babies born as young as 23 to 25 weeks have better chances than ever. No couple wants an early birth, but they often feel better as each week goes by with no complications. This is a great time to talk to and read to baby so he or she can hear the sound of his or her parents voices.
If you are feeling really good in the second trimester of pregnancy, take that time to do most of the things that you want to do before the baby arrives. Soon enough you are going to be getting uncomfortable and movement will be restricted. Keep up with your exercise, and make all of your doctors appointments. Work on the nursery and your wish list, and even think about preparations you are going to make before you go to the hospital. If you are going to take any labor or birthing classes, or have no decided on where or how you want to give birth, now is the time to work out those details. Baby will be here before you know it.