Your baby this week
Your baby is filling out! The skin is becoming less wrinkly as fat builds up underneath. Here's something lovely — if you press on your belly, your baby might push back, because your baby responds to your touch now. The nostrils are starting to open (they've been plugged until now). The startle reflex is developing — your baby jumps at loud sounds! The nervous system is getting more sophisticated every day.
Your body this week
Hemorrhoids may appear or worsen from increased pressure on pelvic veins — fiber and water are your friends. Snoring may start as nasal passages swell. Your hands may feel tingly (pregnancy carpal tunnel). Colostrum — your first milk — may start leaking from your breasts. All normal, all temporary. Your body is preparing for something wonderful.
Common symptoms this week
Every pregnancy is different — you may notice some of these, all of them, or none at all. None of this is a checklist to worry over.
- Haemorrhoids
- Snoring
- Tingly hands (carpal tunnel)
- Leaking colostrum
This week’s checklist
- Eat high-fiber foods and drink plenty of water
- Wear a sleep bra if colostrum is leaking
- Start buying newborn essentials — diapers, onesies, blankets
- Practice relaxation techniques — stress management helps both of you
- Visit and finalise your delivery hospital — check facilities, NICU availability, and costs
What’s normal this week
Most of what you’re feeling is your body doing exactly what it should — the everyday symptoms don’t need a call. The signs below are the rare exceptions: noticing one doesn’t mean something’s wrong, just that it’s worth a quick check.
When to call your doctor
- Hemorrhoid bleeding that is heavy or persistent
- Numbness or tingling that is severe
- Decreased fetal movement
This guide offers general information for a typical pregnancy and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Always follow your doctor or midwife’s guidance for your situation.
Frequently asked questions
How big is my baby at 25 weeks pregnant?
At 25 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the size of a cauliflower.
What are common symptoms at 25 weeks pregnant?
Common symptoms around 25 weeks pregnant include haemorrhoids, snoring, tingly hands (carpal tunnel), leaking colostrum. Every pregnancy is different — you may notice some of these, all of them, or none at all.
What is developing at 25 weeks pregnant?
Your baby is filling out! The skin is becoming less wrinkly as fat builds up underneath.
When should I call my doctor at 25 weeks pregnant?
Call your doctor at 25 weeks if you notice hemorrhoid bleeding that is heavy or persistent, numbness or tingling that is severe, decreased fetal movement.
Last updated June 2026
References
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