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Trimester 2 \u00B7 26.7 cm \u00B7 360 g

Week 21 Pregnant

Your baby this week

Your baby is the size of a pomegranate

Your baby this week

  • Digestive system practises with amniotic fluid
  • Movements become more coordinated
  • Baby responds to taste

How you might feel

Stronger kicks

Partner can often feel them now.

Braxton Hicks start

Painless practice contractions.

Leaking colostrum

Normal for some — breast pads help.

What to do this week

  • Glucose test window opens soon
  • Update hospital preferences
  • Consider an aqiqah plan

Islamic guidance for week 21

A dua and a reflection

رَبِّ أَوْزِعْنِي أَنْ أَشْكُرَ نِعْمَتَكَ الَّتِي أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيَّ

Rabbi awzi‘ni an ashkura ni‘mataka‑llati an‘amta ‘alayya.

My Lord, enable me to be grateful for Your favour which You have bestowed upon me.

Qur’an 46:15

Every kick is a conversation you’ll miss one day. Cherish the noise.

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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.