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Week 22: Baby's Hearing Improves

Your baby can now hear your voice clearly and may respond to sounds!

Second trimester
Expert guidance
Week 22 guide
Expecting parents reading pregnancy guide together

Week 22 Overview

Second trimester - Your baby can now hear your voice clearly and may respond to sounds!

What's Happening This Week

Your baby can now hear your voice clearly and may respond to sounds! Your baby is about the size of a spaghetti squash and amazing developments are taking place. Hearing is well developed

Baby's Development

Hearing is well developed

Your baby is about the size of a spaghetti squash and approximately 27.8cm long.

What You Might Experience

Common Symptoms

Baby responds to sounds
Possible Braxton Hicks

This Week's Important Topics

Reading to baby
Music exposure
Sleep position importance
Pregnancy pillow benefits

Week 22 Quick Facts

Baby Size: Spaghetti squash
Length: About 27.8cm
Trimester: Second
Weeks to go: 18 weeks

Important Reminder

Every pregnancy is unique. While this guide provides general information, always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice. You're doing amazingly well!