5 Months Pregnant Symptoms

Weeks 17 to 20 of a pregnancy mark the end of the second trimester and occur just after the midpoint of the pregnancy. By this stage, the unpleasant nausea of morning sickness will have ended and the baby will be undergoing changes in awareness and movement. Health effects on the mother will also change with an increased thyroid function and hormone fluctuations.

  1. Nausea

    • By week 17, the nausea of early pregnancy should be finished. This may be replaced by heartburn or indigestion.

    Movement

    • Occurring in the second trimester, the first movements of the baby will be able to be felt. The movement will increase and become stronger in weeks 17 to 20.

    Stretch Marks

    • As the weight gain increases and the hips spread to prepare for the birth, stretch marks may appear. Massages with vitamin E oil can mitigate the effects of the stretch and keep skin healthy during this time.

    Leaking Breasts

    • This symptom may appear during the end of the second trimester. Swelling and fluids leaking from the breasts are the precursors to being able to nurse.

    Bleeding Gums and Nosebleeds

    • Bleeding gums and nosebleeds are a complaint of women in weeks 17 to 20. This is caused by the increased blood flow in the body.

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