Second Trimester
27 Weeks Pregnant
Your baby is the size of a Rutabaga 🫛
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Medically reviewed by
MBBS, MD — Gynecologist & Obstetrician
Last reviewed:
Feb 2026
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Size
Rutabaga
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Length
36.6 cm cm
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Weight
NaN g
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Trimester
Second
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Week
27 of 40
🌱 Baby Development at Week 27
Baby can now recognize your voice distinctly. Sleep cycles are 20-40 minutes long. The immune system is developing and baby receives antibodies through the placenta. Lungs are nearly ready but still need more development.
Recognizes your voiceReceiving antibodies from placentaLung development nearly complete
🤱 Common Symptoms
●Third trimester approaching
●Fatigue returns
●Shortness of breath
●Braxton Hicks contractions
●Restless legs
🥗 Nutrition Tips
- DHA omega-3 for brain and eye development
- Continue vitamin D
- Eat light dinners to improve sleep
🏃♀️ Exercise Tips
- Leg stretches before bed for restless legs
- Birth ball sitting for pelvic relief
- Early bedtime for fatigue management
🏥 Medical Tests & Appointments
Third trimester begins at week 28Schedule 28-week visit
🔬 Hormone Changes
Cortisol rises to help finalize fetal lung development. Progesterone keeps uterus from contracting prematurely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered by our medical team