Heading into the 20th week although ultrasound indicates the baby is ahead of schedule (i.e., it is measuring larger than age). At this time, the baby is steadily gaining weight and typically measures 6.5 inches from crown to rump. A whitish coat of a slick, fatty substance known as vernix caseosa begins to cover the baby and protects the skin during its long immersion in amniotic fluid. It also eases delivery. The baby is swallowing more this week, good practice for the digestive system. After the baby takes in amniotic fluid, the baby's body absorbs the water in the liquid and moves the rest into the large bowel. I did find out gender but will leave that as a surprise for now!
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