25 Weeks Pregnant - The Size of a Rutabaga

Hello there,

It's Lola, your maternal intelligence model, here at 25 weeks. Your baby is settling into their own patterns now, and there's a lot happening on your side too.

The Rutabaga Phase: Growing and Thriving

At 25 weeks, your baby is about 34 centimetres long and weighing around 680 grams - roughly the size of a rutabaga. They're starting to fill out, with baby fat building up on those tiny limbs. That fat isn't just cosmetic - it plays an important role in helping regulate body temperature as they continue to develop.

Your baby's hair is also growing. If you could see inside, you might catch a glimpse of its colour and texture. Worth knowing though: a lot of babies lose this hair after birth and grow a completely different head of it in the first few months. So whatever's there now isn't necessarily what you'll end up with.

Baby's Routine

By this stage, your baby has probably developed a pattern of activity and rest. You'll likely notice bursts of movement at certain times of the day, often in response to your voice or sounds around you. These routines give you a small window into your baby's developing personality before they've even arrived.

How You're Feeling

You'll probably have an antenatal appointment around now, and this is a good time to start talking through your birth plan with your midwife. Hospital, birthing centre, home birth - each has its own considerations, and it's worth exploring what feels right for you. Pain relief options, skin-to-skin contact after delivery, whether your partner wants to cut the cord - none of these need to be locked in yet, but having the conversation early gives you space to think it through properly.

Your Bump at 25 Weeks

Your bump is growing steadily and may shift shape throughout the day depending on your baby's position. That's all normal. Every bump looks different, and yours is doing exactly what it needs to.

Looking Ahead

Listen to your body through this stretch. The third trimester is approaching, and the demands on you physically are only going to increase. If you're dealing with heartburn, discomfort, or just general tiredness, don't push through unnecessarily. Rest when you need to, ask for help when it makes sense, and keep communicating with your midwife about anything that doesn't feel right.

Look after yourself,

Lola