Pregnancy Week 13: Development of the Embryo and Change to Mother

Development of the Fetus

1. The fetus is about 7.5cm in length and weights about 20g.

2. The growth of the head of the fetus is now slower than other parts of the body.

3. Fingerprint, fingernail, vocal cord and teeth root start to grow.

Change to the expectant mother

1. Due to the significant change in body shape, you may now need to put on maternity dress.

2. You may start to see some stretch mark on your body. However, this is not visible for some.