Second Trimester
24 Weeks Pregnant
Your baby is the size of a Corn 🌽
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Medically reviewed by
MBBS, MD — Gynecologist & Obstetrician
Last reviewed:
Feb 2026
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Size
Corn
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Length
30 cm cm
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Weight
NaN g
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Trimester
Second
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Week
24 of 40
🌱 Baby Development at Week 24
VIABILITY MILESTONE: Babies born at 24 weeks have a survival chance with intensive care. Lungs produce surfactant (helps breathing). Baby has a regular sleep-wake cycle. Taste buds are functioning.
VIABILITY MILESTONE 🌟Taste buds functioningSleep-wake cycle established
🤱 Common Symptoms
●Increased Braxton Hicks
●Lower back pain
●Swollen feet and ankles
●Difficulty finding comfortable position
●Possible carpal tunnel
🥗 Nutrition Tips
- Low glycemic index diet to support glucose screening preparation
- Iron to prevent anemia
- No unpasteurized dairy
🏃♀️ Exercise Tips
- Wrist splints for carpal tunnel
- Elevation for swollen feet
- Gentle swimming or water walking
🏥 Medical Tests & Appointments
Glucose challenge test: 24-28 weeks (gestational diabetes screening)
🔬 Hormone Changes
Glucose tolerance may change as placental hormones affect insulin sensitivity — glucose screening upcoming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered by our medical team