Your baby is around 13 inches long and weighs 2 pounds.

If you are having a little boy, his testicles have begun their descent into his scrotum. The nerves in the ears are developing and allowing your baby to respond more consistently to the sounds that he hears. Your baby’s eyes are continuing to develop. The eyelids are no longer shut, and your baby can make blinking movements. Your baby is also continuing to swallow amniotic fluid, which is helping his lungs to develop. Your baby is now preparing for his entry into the world.

The top of your uterus can now be felt about 2 1⁄2 inches above your belly button.
 High blood pressure can be a sign of pre-eclampsia. Pre-eclampsia is a serious condition, which can be dangerous to both you and your baby. Help prevent high blood pressure by eating a healthy diet with less salt, exercise regularly, quit smoking, and reduce your alcohol and caffeine intake.

If you are thinking of traveling by plane, you may need to provide a letter from your GP to say that you are fit to travel after week 26. Flying after this time can increase your risk of high blood pressure and premature birth.