{"id":31395,"date":"2026-04-27T08:00:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T08:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.may.app\/?p=31395"},"modified":"2026-04-27T10:37:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T10:37:48","slug":"4-months-pregnant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.may.app\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/4-months-pregnant\/","title":{"rendered":"4 months pregnant: everything that’s happening"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to your 4th month of pregnancy! On your calendar, you are at the<\/span> 14th week of pregnancy<\/span>, which corresponds to the 16th week of amenorrhea (WA). This month will end after<\/span> 17 weeks of pregnancy<\/span>, meaning the 19th week of amenorrhea.<\/span><\/p>\n

4 months pregnant:<\/strong> let\u2019s take stock.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your baby at 4 months of pregnancy<\/b><\/h2>\n

In this article, numbers and dates will be mentioned, but remember that every pregnancy is different<\/strong>! Your baby\u2019s development, starting from life in the womb, is unique, and your pregnancy may not progress the same way as another pregnant woman\u2019s.<\/span><\/p>\n

4 months pregnant: your baby may already be moving<\/span><\/h3>\n

Your baby is doing just fine:<\/strong> they can now grab their feet and touch their own body. <\/span>During an ultrasound, swallowing may even be visible. Your baby <\/span>is able <\/span>to open and close their mouth <\/span>to suck on their tiny fingers or swallow<\/span> amniotic fluid<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

From the 16th week of amenorrhea, <\/span>you may start to feel the fetus move<\/strong>! You might be surprised by this unusual sensation at first. It can feel like gas in your bladder. Some describe it as <\/span>little bubbles or butterflies<\/strong>. If you feel something like this in your lower abdomen, toward the front, it\u2019s your baby (no other sensation comes from that area)!<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, if the sensation feels like menstrual cramps, it\u2019s more likely your uterus at work. If the pain becomes difficult to \u062a\u062d\u0645\u0644, you should consult your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t feel your baby every day or several times a day. <\/span>This is just the beginning<\/strong>. As your pregnancy progresses, you\u2019ll feel movements much more often and more clearly. Some women don\u2019t feel anything until 19 WA.<\/span><\/p>\n

Good to know:<\/strong> your baby moves a lot in the uterus and can take different positions. At this stage, no position is final, as there is still plenty of space to move freely.<\/span><\/p>\n

Feeling confused about the calculations? There is a 2-week difference between weeks of pregnancy and weeks of amenorrhea: 3 weeks pregnant =<\/span> 5 WA<\/span>, for example. You can refer to our \u201cpregnancy calendar\u201d sheet if in doubt!<\/span><\/p>\n

4 months pregnant: how to recognize your baby\u2019s movements?<\/span><\/h3>\n

The most common method is based on daily self-observation<\/strong>. This means setting aside a calm moment each day, usually after a meal or in the evening, to focus on your baby\u2019s movements. Lying on your side can also help you feel them better.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, some times of day are more active than others<\/strong>, especially in the evening or after a sugary meal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Several factors can also influence your perception<\/strong>: the position of the placenta (for example, an anterior placenta can dampen sensations), your body type, or whether this is your first pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n

In any case, no pressure! Since every pregnancy is different, some babies are naturally calmer than others. It\u2019s still early in your pregnancy, give your baby time to make themselves known<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

4 months pregnant: your baby urinates<\/span><\/h3>\n

The nutrients your baby needs are delivered<\/span> through the umbilical cord<\/span>. The body\u2019s filters\u2014the liver and kidneys\u2014are already in place, allowing your baby to process these nutrients. The kidneys begin producing a liquid: urine.<\/span><\/p>\n

At this stage, the blood reaching your baby is already <\/span>so well purified<\/strong> that the kidneys have very little to filter and are not yet fully mature. This urine is therefore similar to sterile water.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not always easy to understand how the nutrients necessary for your fetus\u2019s development are delivered. Like you, your baby needs oxygen, sugar, fats, and proteins.<\/span><\/p>\n