Events In The Life Of A Baby During Pregnancy

Week 4

• Heart beats.
• Simple brain and nervous system develop.
• Eyes and inner ears begin to form.

Week 12

• Foetus looks human
• All organs, muscles and limbs are fully formed
• Foetus is sensitive to heart, touch, light and sound.

Week 18

• The baby moves, kicks and somersaults in the womb.
• It makes breathing movements.
• It grasps and sucks its thumb.

Week 24

• Face is fully formed.
• Fingerprints are formed.
• May respond to loud noises or music.

By a student in year nine

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Category: RE & Child Development

Author: Mr Walker