Pregnancy Week 21
"Female baby ovaries already contain over six million eggs. That means a pregnant woman carrying a girl is also carrying all her potential grandchildren."
More About Week 21:
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Lanugo, a fine, downy hair, covers your baby's entire body. Lanugo theoretically regulates your baby's temperature. Lanugo disappears before birth but may be more abundant in premature baby.
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Fat is beginning to develop under your baby's skin, making your baby less transparent.
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Your baby's nose is lengthening.
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Your baby's digestive system is developing, helped by all of the amniotic fluid baby is swallowing.
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Your baby helps develop his or her sense of touch by playing with the umbilical cord and placenta.
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The baby is now about 10.5 inches long.
Healthy Pregnancy Tips for Week 21
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