My Baby's Growth

Fetal development - month 6

Second trimester

At the end of 6 months:

  • Baby is 11 to 14 inches long.
  • Weight is about 1-3/4 to 2 pounds.
  • Eyelids begin to part and eyes open sometimes for short periods of time.
  • Skin is covered with protective coating called vernix.
  • Baby is able to hiccup.