Baby Development

Age of Fetus — 10 weeks

Both you and the baby are growing right along. By now you have probably gained 2-4 pounds. The baby's palate has formed. The palate divides the mouth from the nose, making it possible to eat and breathe at the same time.

Other changes that are happening:

* Your baby's fingernails and toenails are beginning to grow.
* The baby's brain has the basic structure it will have at birth.
* The baby's digestive tract is becoming functional and developing the ability to push through food.

Baby's Size (head to rump) this week: About 2.5 inches.
Right now your baby is about the size of a billiard ball.