The mother will soon start feeling the first flutters of the baby kicking and moving inside. 15 weeks - The fetus has an adult's taste buds and may be able to savor the mother's meals. The child can grasp with his hands, kick, or even somersault. The fetus is now about 5 inches long. The child blinks, grasps, and moves her mouth.
Hair grows on the head and body.
20 weeks - The child can hear and recognize mother's voice. Though still small and fragile, the baby is growing rapidly and could possibly survive if born at this stage. Fingernails and fingerprints appear. Sex organs are visible. Using an ultrasound device, the doctor can tell if the child is a girl or a boy.