Second trimester
Week 22 of pregnancy — a father's guide
The baby is the size of a papaya. 18 weeks to go.
Your baby
Senses sharpen; the baby may respond to your voice and touch.
Your partner
She may feel kicks others can sense from outside.
What to do
Place a hand on the bump in the evening — feel for movement together.
Practical week-22 checklist for fathers
- Plan a couples' day out — energy often returns in the second trimester.
- Start a baby budget together. Even a small monthly amount adds up.
- Research antenatal classes you can attend together.
- Be present when she takes your hand to her belly — those first kicks are the memory.
What's actually happening at week 22
Senses sharpen; the baby may respond to your voice and touch. For your partner: she may feel kicks others can sense from outside.
A note for the father at week 22
Place a hand on the bump in the evening — feel for movement together. Pregnancy is hard work — your steadiness is the most valuable thing you can offer this week.
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