15 Weeks Pregnancy

We know that you are researching what happens at 15 weeks of pregnancy. This month, we recommend that you take more care of yourself and take precautions against the problems you may experience. Here is all about 15 weeks pregnant!

How many months is 15 weeks pregnant? Let’s start with the question. A 15-week pregnant mother is in her 4th month of pregnancy. The 15-week pregnancy features are more similar to the features of the second trimester of pregnancy. The first period complaints begin to decrease. The body now adapts to pregnancy.

How is the 15-Week Baby Development?

15 weeks baby development
15 weeks baby size	9.3-10.3cm
15 weeks baby weight	50 g

• The hairs on her 15-week-old baby’s eyebrows and scalp are starting to come out.
• Its eyes and ears now look more like a baby.
• The bones and bone marrow that make up the skeletal system continue to develop.
• On the other hand, muscle development continues. He will even be able to make fist movements at the end of the week.
• Now he also knows how to breathe, suck and swallow. These are all preparations for life after birth!

15 Week Baby Images

Is Gender Determined At 15 Weeks Of Pregnancy?

Yes, gender estimation can be done easily at week 15. But sometimes the baby’s position and development can make sex prediction difficult.

“Is there a gender bias at 15 weeks?” You may also be wondering the question. Sometimes in these months, wrong gender prediction can be made due to the reasons we have listed above. The most accurate prediction can be made with the image that does not change until the 20th week.

15 Weeks Baby Ultrasound Image

By the way, be warned, your 15-week ultrasound may not look like this. We have put this image as an example for you. Your baby’s posture and position may be different at 15 weeks.

What Are the Changes in the Mother at 15 Weeks of Pregnancy?

15 Weeks Pregnancy Image

First of all, how much does the mother’s belly grow at 15 weeks of pregnancy? Let’s start with the question. This week, your belly will get big enough to make a difference in the way your clothes stand. So now you can safely say that you are pregnant. You may be able to feel your uterus, which reaches 7.6 to 10 cm below your navel.

“Is there milk at 15 weeks pregnant?” Let’s continue with the question. The breasts and the mammary glands in them continue to grow due to increased estrogen and progesterone levels. As the mammary glands enlarge, a milky discharge may come from the nipples. This is about changes in the body. You can talk to your doctor and clear your doubts.

As we always say, every woman’s pregnancy progresses differently. You can experience the complaints that we will list below as pregnancy symptoms at the 15th week , or you can experience them by spreading them to the month you are in. Maybe some you will never experience, some you will feel throughout your pregnancy. Here are the symptoms you are likely to experience at week 15 of pregnancy:

• Weakness
• Decreased urination frequency
• Reduction or cessation of nausea (few women continue, few women just start)
• Constipation
• heartburn, indigestion
• continued breast enlargement, decreased tenderness
• Occasional headache , dizziness and feeling faint
• Nasal congestion and occasional bleeding
• Tenderness in the gums, the possibility of bleeding when brushing
• appetite
• varicose veins on legs, hemorrhoids
• Slight increase in vaginal discharge

Can You Feel Baby Movements At 15 Weeks?

While it is unlikely that you will feel any movement this week, you should know that the little one inside is definitely getting plenty of exercise. He kicks, he stretches, he moves his tiny arms and legs.

Problems Experienced at 15 Weeks of Pregnancy

Urinary tract infection at 15 weeks of pregnancy:

The increased progesterone hormone in the body during pregnancy relaxes the muscles that carry urine and slows the flow of urine. In addition, the enlarging uterus also blocks the flow of urine. These changes, combined with a tendency to excrete more glucose into the urine, increase the likelihood of urinary tract infections.

• If you feel the need to urinate more than usual, but you can’t get out completely,
• If you have a burning sensation while urinating,
• If you have a fever, you may have an infection. You should talk to your doctor about treatment without wasting time. Diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infection is especially important during pregnancy.

Heartburn at 15 weeks pregnant:

Half of expectant mothers complain of heartburn. The increase in the hormones progesterone and estrogen tends to relax the smooth muscles, including the digestive tract. Therefore, the digestive system slows down. In other words, the food you swallowed is sent from the esophagus to the stomach slower and it takes longer for the stomach to empty. The reason for this slowdown is to ensure that the nutrients are absorbed by the bloodstream and reach the baby.

This, combined with the growing uterus pushing out the other organs in the abdomen, causes heartburn.

Inguinal and abdominal pain at 15 weeks of pregnancy:

You may feel pain in the lower abdomen this week and in the coming weeks. This is due to the stretching of the muscle and connective tissues around the enlarged uterus. This stretch does not pose a danger. But you should make sure that you share any pain and discomfort with your doctor and that nothing is out of the ordinary.

Low blood pressure at 15 weeks of pregnancy:

Your circulatory system continues to expand rapidly. This causes blood pressure to drop. In hot weather or taking a hot shower, you may feel dizzy and faint. This is because heat expands the tiny blood vessels in the skin and temporarily reduces the amount of blood returning to the heart. In the first 24 weeks of pregnancy, diastolic and diastolic blood pressure drops significantly compared to pre-pregnancy. It then returns to pre-pregnancy values ​​over time.

Toothache at 15 weeks pregnant:

First of all, pregnancy hormones are not good for the gums. They swell like other mucous tissues. It makes a fever and starts to bleed easily. The same hormones also increase the susceptibility of the gums to the formation of tartar and bacteria, leading to gingivitis and even tooth decay in some women. If you are experiencing toothache, you should definitely see a dentist by informing your doctor.

What Tests Are Done at 15 Weeks of Pregnancy?

Quad Screening Test

The most common of the 15-week pregnancy tests is the quadruple screening test. It measures the level of 4 substances in your blood. The level of some hormones produced by the baby’s liver and placenta is checked. This test detects the baby’s risk of developmental or chromosomal disorders.

So, when is the quad screening test done? The quadruple screening test is the second trimester screening. The ideal period for it to be done is between the 15th and 18th weeks of pregnancy, but it can be done up to the 22nd week.

Genetic Amniocentesis

Another test done between the 15th and 20th weeks of pregnancy is genetic amniocentesis. The reason why it is done especially during this period is that there is enough amniotic fluid in the uterus during this period. The probability of leakage is low. Having the test before 15 weeks may increase the risk of pregnancy loss.

Genetic amniocentesis is usually performed to follow up on abnormal results from screening tests. So maybe you won’t need to do it at all.

Things to Consider at 15 Weeks of Pregnancy

Sleeping Position at 15 Weeks of Pregnancy:

Some women have concerns about their sleeping position while pregnant. They wonder if they can lie face down. As you gain weight during pregnancy, it can become increasingly difficult to find comfortable sleeping positions.

Lying on your back while sleeping is not recommended. This is because when you lie on your back, your uterus is placed on top of important blood vessels. This can reduce blood flow to her baby and her body. It is also more difficult for some pregnant women to breathe while lying on their back.

Lying prone puts extra pressure on the growing uterus. So it’s good to get used to sleeping on your side already. You can get support from a few extra pillows. If you put one on your back, you won’t be lying flat on the pillow when you roll over in your sleep. You can put one between your legs too.

Insomnia at 15 Weeks Pregnancy:

Getting a good night’s sleep during pregnancy can get a little tricky. You may have problems sleeping deeply and without holes. If you were used to sleeping on your back or prone before pregnancy, the forced change in sleeping positions may be one of the causes of insomnia. Of course, let’s not forget that the need to urinate frequently at night also plays a role in interrupting your sleep. You can try some of the suggestions below for a comfortable sleep in the 15th week of pregnancy.

• Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day.
• Drinking a lot of fluids after seven in the evening and especially at night. That way you don’t have to worry about waking up during the night to go to the bathroom and then falling asleep again.
• Completely avoid caffeine after the afternoon.
• Exercise regularly. Try to sleep after a short walk outdoors in the evening.
• Before going to bed, take a warm shower and drink honey and cinnamon milk.
• If you have trouble falling asleep, be sure to read a few pages of a book.
• Sleep in a cool bedroom. 21 degrees is the highest temperature required to sleep comfortably.
• If you have problems like heartburn or mouth watering at night, sleep with a pillow that will elevate you from the shoulders.

Journey at 15 Weeks Pregnancy:

It’s the best time to travel. Because the most ideal timing for the journey is the 2nd trimester, when morning sickness decreases and the body adapts to carrying a baby.

If you have travel plans, the best timing for this is 14.-28. between weeks. This is the week when you feel the best and the risk of miscarriage and preterm birth is the least. But of course, if you are planning a trip, you should inform your doctor before making a final decision, and ask if there is any objection in your particular.

How Should Nutrition Be at 15 Weeks of Pregnancy?

During this period, you may need to add an extra 300 calories a day to your nutrition plan to meet the needs of your growing fetus and changing body. You should take care to get these calories from nutrient-rich, quality foods as much as possible.

• Oily,
• Sugary,
• packed,
• It might be better if you distance yourself from frozen foods.

So, how much weight should be gained at 15 weeks of pregnancy? The 15th week is included in the second trimester, that is, the 4th month. In the second trimester, your baby begins to grow enthusiastically. You should help him too. Your weight gain rate can increase to an average of 450 to 700 grams per week in the 4th to 6th months. This is around 5.5-6 kg in total.

Sexual Intercourse at 15 Weeks Pregnancy

The second trimester, which includes the 15th week of pregnancy, is the golden age of sexuality in pregnancy. Usually (though not always), interest in sex increases in the second trimester. This is because the early symptoms of pregnancy (nausea, weakness, frequent urination) are relieved and the expectant mother now feels strong enough to devote energy to lovemaking.

During this period, you can peak in sexual satisfaction. Because with too much blood coming to the clitoris, lips and vagina, it is easier than ever to have an orgasm. But nothing is certain and universal in pregnancy. In some cases, expectant mothers never feel sexual desire during pregnancy.

Sexual Positions at 15 Weeks Pregnancy

You may be curious about sexual intercourse positions at 15 weeks of pregnancy. Side-lying positions are usually the most comfortable at this stage of pregnancy and later. That way you don’t have a load on your back. Positions where you are at the top can also be preferred. However, starting from the 4th month, you should be careful not to spend too much time lying flat on your back.

In addition to these, of course, there may be situations where sexual intercourse is prohibited. As we always say, use the general information of pregnancy with your own specific situations and always stay in touch with your doctor and get his opinion on the issues that come to your mind.

Exercise at 15 Weeks Pregnancy

In the second trimester, including the fifteenth week, that is, after the first trimester, you should avoid floor exercises that will require you to lie on your back for long periods of time. As the weeks progress, it may cause problems with blood circulation due to the weight of the baby.

Standing for a long time without any movement can also strain the circulatory system.

• Swimming,
• Walk,
• Pilates,
• Yoga is the type of exercise that is compatible with the pregnancy period.

Photograph Your Pregnancy!

Now you can see with your eyes that your baby is growing, you just don’t feel it! By taking photos of this growth, which will continue gradually until the end of your pregnancy, you can create a beautiful memory for yourself and your baby that you will never forget.