15 weeks pregnant: your baby & body
Your baby this week
About 8.7 cm and 43 g — around the size of a lemon. Every baby grows a little differently.
How your baby is developing
- The fetus can typically sense light, even though the eyelids remain fused shut.UNSW Embryology (CC-BY)
- Bones continue hardening, and joint movement is increasing.UNSW Embryology (CC-BY)
How you may feel
- Appetite often continues increasing; hair and nails may seem to grow faster due to hormonal changes.NHS
- Occasional round-ligament pain — a brief, sharp ache in the lower belly or groin as the uterus stretches — is common and typically not concerning.ACOG
Nutrition this week
Tests & scans
- Quad / triple serum screen (if first-trimester screen not done)
When to reach out
- Heavy vaginal bleeding or passing clots.ACOG
- Severe or persistent abdominal or pelvic pain.ACOG
- Severe, persistent nausea or vomiting that prevents keeping any fluids down (possible hyperemesis gravidarum).NHS
- Fever of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher, or chills.WHO
- Severe dizziness, fainting, or a racing/irregular heartbeat.NHS
- Pain or burning when urinating (possible urinary tract infection).NHS
- A severe or persistent headache that doesn't improve.ACOG
- Sudden swelling of the face, hands, or feet.ACOG
- Visual disturbances — blurring, flashing lights, or spots.ACOG
- Fluid leaking or gushing from the vagina (possible ruptured membranes).NHS
- Persistent pain in the upper abdomen, especially under the ribs on the right side.ACOG
These apply to this week specifically. See the full list of urgent warning signs the CDC publishes for pregnancy and the year after birth.
Part of the Second trimester (weeks 14–27).
Educational reference only — not medical advice. Typical/average figures; every pregnancy differs. Always consult your doctor or midwife. Seek urgent care for any warning sign.