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Trimester 2 \u00B7 11.6 cm \u00B7 100 g

Week 16 Pregnant

Your baby this week

Your baby is the size of a avocado

Your baby this week

  • Tiny movements may be felt by the mother
  • Eyes can move slowly side to side
  • Skeleton fills out

How you might feel

Flutters (quickening)

Many feel first movements 16–22 weeks.

Backache starts

Pelvic tilts and walking help.

Better sleep

Many find this trimester restful.

What to do this week

  • Keep note of first movements
  • Quadruple test offered in some regions
  • Consider birth classes

Islamic guidance for week 16

A dua and a reflection

رَبِّ إِنِّي لِمَا أَنْزَلْتَ إِلَيَّ مِنْ خَيْرٍ فَقِيرٌ

Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khayrin faqeer.

My Lord, I am truly in need of whatever good You send down to me.

Qur’an 28:24

If you feel a flutter, whisper alhamdulillah. The Prophet ﷺ taught us that.

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Content is for general information based on WHO and international clinical guidance. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider. See all pregnancy symptoms.