Second Trimester
Pregnancy Week 20
Your baby is about the size of a banana 🍌 — halfway point!.
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Size comparison
≈ Banana
Length
25.6 cm
Weight
300 g
Milestone
Halfway point!
About 20 weeks to go until your due date (week 40).
Baby's development at week 20
You're at the halfway point — 20 weeks! From now on, baby length is measured head-to-toe. Your baby swallows amniotic fluid, which is practising the digestive system. Movement is regular.
Celebrate this milestone — you're halfway there! Share a kick count moment with a partner.
Common symptoms at week 20
Definite kicks and fluttersShortness of breathIncreased appetite
Eat more of
- ✓Omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, flaxseed)
- ✓Calcium & Vitamin D (cheese, eggs, sunlight)
- ✓Protein (chicken, legumes, eggs)
- ✓Iron + Vitamin C together for absorption
- ✓Magnesium-rich foods (nuts, seeds, dark chocolate)
Foods to avoid
- ✕Alcohol
- ✕Raw/smoked seafood
- ✕High-mercury fish
- ✕Unpasteurised cheeses (brie, camembert)
- ✕Processed meats (deli cuts, hot dogs)
- ✕Excess sugar
Medically reviewed by First OPD Medical Team. Last reviewed on .
Based on average milestones from World Health Organization (WHO), ACOG, NHS UK. Educational only — not a substitute for personalised medical advice.
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