Your second trimester: weeks 13 to 26
Often called the 'golden' trimester — the early nausea usually settles, your energy returns, and somewhere along the way you feel your baby move for the first time.
Often called the 'golden' trimester — the early nausea usually settles, your energy returns, and somewhere along the way you feel your baby move for the first time.
This is usually the most comfortable stretch of pregnancy. Your baby grows quickly, starts to move, and can hear sounds. Most women feel more like themselves again as the early symptoms fade.
You might notice:
The big one is the anomaly (TIFFA) scan at around 18 to 22 weeks, a detailed check of your baby's development. Towards the end of this trimester, the glucose tolerance test for gestational diabetes is usually done.
A few habits make this trimester easier:
Contact your doctor promptly for:
The clearest next step is a calm consultation. Dr. Ritika will talk it through with you — no rush, no jargon.
Often between 18 and 22 weeks for a first pregnancy, and sometimes earlier if you've been pregnant before.
A detailed ultrasound at around 18 to 22 weeks that checks your baby's organs and growth.
Mild aches are common as your body adjusts. Severe or one-sided pain should be checked.
Usually yes, in moderation and with your doctor's okay — the second trimester is often the easiest time to travel.
Consultations at Cloudnine Hospital, Phase 3 Industrial Area, Mohali · Mon–Sat, 10 AM – 5 PM.
General education only — not a substitute for a personal consultation. If you have urgent symptoms, seek care promptly.