23 weeks pregnant

Your baby

Your baby's arms and legs are now in proportion with the body, and movements may be becoming easier to recognize. Over time, you may notice times when your baby is more active. This is about learning your own experience, not comparing the strength or frequency of movements with another person's pregnancy.

Your body

Your rib cage and breasts may feel different as your body changes. Some people notice a little early milk, called colostrum, while others do not. These changes do not establish how feeding will go after birth. If breast or rib discomfort concerns you, describe where it occurs and whether it affects breathing, rest or movement so your clinician can assess it appropriately.

This week

Knowing whom to call about movement

Save the number your maternity team wants you to use for urgent concerns, including outside normal office hours. If your baby's usual movements slow down, stop or change, contact the team right away; do not wait until the next day or your next visit. Ask for guidance if you are unsure what you are feeling. A weekly guide, a scheduled future scan or reassurance from someone else's experience should not replace an assessment of a change you notice. At a routine visit, clarify the contact plan before you need it.