Week 25: Dad's Guide
Second Trimester • Baby is the size of a a bike helmet
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👶 Baby Update
Size: A bike helmet
Baby responds to your voice with movement. Nostrils are opening. Baby is exploring the space — touching the uterine wall, grabbing the umbilical cord, playing with hands and feet.
💕 What She's Going Through
Heartburn worsening (stomach compressed by uterus). Hemorrhoids may be an issue. Restless legs at night. She might be feeling impatient — still 15 weeks to go.
💪 What You Should Do This Week
- ✓Stock up on antacids (Tums are pregnancy-safe)
- ✓Start thinking about your paternity leave request — draft the email
- ✓Sign up for infant CPR class — this is essential, not optional
🚫 Don't Say This
“Just don't eat spicy food.”
Heartburn in pregnancy isn't about food — the baby is literally pushing her stomach up. Let her eat what she wants.
🧠 Dad Hack
Infant CPR takes 2 hours to learn and could save your baby's life. Do it. American Red Cross offers in-person and online courses.