The tiny hand of a 21-week-old fetus reaches out of the womb to grasp the hand of a surgeon during a delicate in utero operation to correct a spinal defect. This famous photo was first published in USA Today.

11-12 Weeks Preborn. . .

 

Heart is beating (since 18-25 days).

Brain waves have been recorded at 40 days.

He squints, swallows, and can make a fist.

She has fingerprints and can kick.

He is sensitive to heat, touch, light, and noise.

She sucks her thumb.

He weighs about 1 ounce and is 2½-3 inches long.

She could fit comfortably in the palm of your hand.

ALL BODY SYSTEMS ARE WORKING!

 Baby at 12 Weeks

Fetal Growth Chart

Text source: Project "Young One" Inc.