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Week 23 of Pregnancy: Baby's Lungs, Kicks, & Your Growing Bump

Week 23 of Pregnancy: Baby's Lungs, Kicks, & Your Growing Bump

At Week 23 of pregnancy, learn about your baby’s lung development, kicking, and your body's changes—tips for comfort & self-care.

Dr Veena H

Key Timeframes

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Introduction

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00:17

Baby's lung development

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00:40

Mama's symptoms

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01:09

Bleeding gums

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Tips to manage

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Conclusion

In this video, Dr. Heal takes you through what’s happening during Week 23 of pregnancy. Your baby’s lungs prepare for the outside world and begin producing surfactant to aid their breathing. You’ll feel more kicks as your little one grows and develops. As your body adjusts, swelling, backaches, and Braxton Hicks contractions might occur. Dr. Heal provides helpful tips on staying comfortable and easing these symptoms. Watch for important advice on hydration, rest, and maintaining overall well-being during this exciting time.

WEEK- 23 of Pregnancy

Intro:
Welcome to week 23 of pregnancy! I’m Dr. Heal, and today we’ll dive into the changes happening inside your body during the twenty-third week of pregnancy.

Key Information:
Your baby’s lungs are now producing surfactant, a special liquid that helps them breathe after birth. Their arms and legs are perfectly in proportion, and you might even see your tummy move as they kick around! Plus, your little one is already a great sleeper, snoozing for 12 to 14 hours a day.
While you may have left the nausea and fatigue of the first trimester behind, some new symptoms might be popping up. Mild swelling in your ankles and feet is normal, which is relieved upon rest.  Braxton Hicks contractions, those tightening sensations, might make an appearance too. Make sure you’re switching positions now and then and drinking water to ease the pain. Backaches are also common due to your growing bump, while pregnancy hormones may cause your gums to swell or bleed. A soft-bristle toothbrush can help with sensitivity.

Conclusion:
Get plenty of rest, hydration, and vitamin D at this stage. And remember that you have questions or need advice, Apollo doctors and our supportive community are always here for you. You’ve got this supermom!