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Trimester 2 \u00B7 14.2 cm \u00B7 190 g
Week 18 Pregnant
Your baby this week
Your baby is the size of a bell pepper
Your baby this week
- Baby can hear your voice clearly
- Sleep-wake cycles begin
- Fingerprints are unique now
How you might feel
Baby movements more regular
Note patterns; mention changes to your doctor.
Leg cramps
Stretch calves before bed; stay hydrated.
Dizziness on standing
Move slowly; eat regularly.
What to do this week
- Anatomy scan preparation
- Ask partner to join
- Draft gentle questions for scan day
Islamic guidance for week 18
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
Your baby can hear — let them hear Qur’an, and let them hear you.
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