18/01/2026
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Here’s a timeline of fascinating milestones in a baby’s development during pregnancy:
👂 Hearing (18-20 weeks):
Babies begin to hear sounds around 18 weeks, and by 20 weeks, they can recognize their mother’s voice and even react to loud noises.
👀 Opening Eyes (26-28 weeks):
Around 26 weeks, a baby’s eyelids, which were previously fused shut, begin to open. By 28 weeks, they can blink and respond to light.
💧 Swallowing (12-14 weeks):
Babies start practicing swallowing amniotic fluid as early as 12 weeks, which helps develop their digestive system.
😢 Weeping (28-30 weeks):
While babies can cry in the womb, it’s more of a reflex than an emotional response. This ability develops around 28-30 weeks, and they may even practice crying movements.
👐 Fingerprints (10-16 weeks):
Fingerprints begin forming as early as 10 weeks and are fully developed by 16 weeks. These unique patterns are influenced by genetics and environmental factors in the womb.
😴 Dreaming (28 weeks):
By the third trimester, babies experience REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, which is associated with dreaming.
🫁 Breathing Practice (28-32 weeks):
Babies start practicing breathing movements by inhaling and exhaling amniotic fluid, preparing their lungs for life outside the womb.
😛 Taste Buds (13-15 weeks):
Taste buds develop around 13 weeks, and babies can taste the flavors of the amniotic fluid, which changes based on the mother’s diet.
🤗 Touch Sensation (8-12 weeks):
Babies begin to sense touch as early as 8 weeks, and by 12 weeks, they can respond to stimuli like a gentle poke.
🫁 Hiccups (9 weeks onward):
Hiccups can start as early as 9 weeks, often caused by the baby practicing breathing movements.
These milestones highlight the incredible journey of development that happens before birth!