This week your baby weighs almost 2 pounds (like a head of cauliflower) and is about 14.4 inches long with his legs extended. He can now open and close his eyes, and he sleeps and wakes at regular intervals. He may suck his fingers, and although his lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with assistance — if he were to be born prematurely. Chalk up any rhythmic movement you may be feeling to a case of baby hiccups, which may be common from now on. Each episode usually lasts only a few moments, and isn't bothersome to him, so enjoy the tickle. With more brain tissue developing, your baby's brain is very active now. Wonder what he's thinking?
When I was pregnant with Drew, he had the hiccups every afternoon at the same time. All of my co-workers would gather around and feel my tummy. After he was born, the first several days he had hiccups at that same time. That little baby will be here before you know it...and then he'll turn 13!!! :)
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