Month 4 of Pregnancy: Hello, Second Trimester! Energy Boost, Baby Bumps & Big Plans

1️⃣ Welcome to Month 4! 🎉

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You made it—welcome to the second trimester! 🎉 Many moms call this the best part of pregnancy because symptoms like nausea and exhaustion finally start easing up (if they haven’t yet, relief is coming soon!) and you can still move around because you're not HUGE!

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What’s exciting about Month 4?

• Goodbye morning sickness, hello energy boost! (Hopefully!)
• Your baby bump is making an appearance! 🤰
• Baby’s movements are becoming stronger—you might feel flutters soon! 🦋
• It’s time to start big-picture planning—like your baby shower & birth preferences!

💡 This is your time to enjoy pregnancy, get organized, and start dreaming about what’s ahead!

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2️⃣ What’s Happening at 4 Months Pregnant?

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Your baby is growing fast, your belly might be making its debut, and you’re getting closer to feeling those first little kicks! Here’s what’s happening inside your body and what to expect this month!

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👶 Baby’s Growth

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Your baby is the size of an avocado! 🥑 And here’s what’s new this month:

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✅ Facial expressions begin! Baby is practicing frowns, squints, and yawns. 🥰
✅ Lanugo (thin, soft hair) covers the skin to help regulate body temperature.
✅ The nervous system is developing fast—baby can now move their fingers & toes!
✅ You might feel baby’s first movements soon! (Called “quickening”—feels like tiny flutters.)

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🤰 Your Body at 4 Months Pregnant

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Now that you’re in trimester two, you might experience:

• More energy (finally!).
• Round ligament pain—mild stretching pains as your belly grows.
• Baby bump popping! (Still not showing? That’s totally normal too!)
• Increased appetite—your body is working hard, so enjoy those snacks!

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💡 Doctor’s Tip: If you haven’t already, now is a great time to schedule your anatomy scan (which happens around weeks 18-22).

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3️⃣ Key To-Dos for Month 4: Second Trimester Checklist ✅

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With the second trimester in full swing, now is the perfect time to start planning for some big milestones ahead—like your 20-week ultrasound, baby shower, and birth preferences.

You’re feeling more like yourself again, so take advantage of this energy boost! Here’s your Month 4 checklist to keep you organized, excited, and prepared for what’s next.

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✔ Get Ready for Your 20-Week Ultrasound

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• The mid-pregnancy anatomy scan (happening in about a month!) is a big milestone.
• You’ll get a detailed look at baby’s development—including their heart, brain, and limbs!
• If you haven’t found out baby’s gender yet, this scan can confirm it!

Get ready with our guide to the anatomy scan!

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✔ Plan Your Baby Shower (or Sprinkle!)

• It’s not too early to start thinking about a date & theme!
• Want to be surprised or involved in the planning? Decide now!
• Check out Villie’s baby shower guides for inspiration!

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✔ Fine-Tune Your Registry & Start Sharing It!

• If you haven’t built your baby registry yet, now’s the time!
• Check out Villie’s Product Guides for must-haves!
• Add practical gifts like diapers, wipes, and postpartum essentials.

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✔ Start Thinking About Birth Preferences

• Do you want a hospital, birth center, or home birth?
• Are you considering a doula or midwife? (They book early!)
• Check out Villie’s guide to doulas vs. midwives to see what’s right for you.
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💡 No need to have all the answers now—just start thinking about what feels right for you!

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4️⃣ Taking Care of YOU: Self-Care & Wellness in Month 4 💆‍♀️

As your energy returns and belly grows, focus on feeling good and staying comfortable!

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Stay Active & Stretch to Ease Aches 🏃‍♀️

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• Walking, prenatal yoga, and light stretching can help reduce discomfort.
• Round ligament pain? Gentle movements & warm baths help!

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Keep Up with Hydration & Nutrition 💦

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• Aim for 8+ glasses of water daily (dehydration = headaches & fatigue).
• Focus on protein, calcium, and iron to support baby’s rapid growth.

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Prioritize Sleep (Before It Gets Harder!) 😴

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• Try a pregnancy pillow—trust us, it’s a game-changer.
• Left-side sleeping improves circulation for you & baby.

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Take Care of Your Skin ✨

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• Moisturize daily to help with stretching skin & itchiness.
• Dealing with pregnancy acne? Look for pregnancy-safe skincare products.

💡 Self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s part of a healthy pregnancy!

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5️⃣ Build Your Village & Strengthen Your Support System 🏡

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💡 Now’s the time to strengthen your connections and lean on your village!

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🤝 Have Conversations About Support

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• Talk to your partner about who will help after birth.
• If family or friends want to help—start thinking about how!

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📣 Be Clear About What You Need

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• Instead of “Let me know if you need anything,” try:
  • “Can you help set up the nursery?”
  • “Would you want to help plan the baby shower?”

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🙌 Show Up for Your Village Too!

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• Check in on friends who are also expecting or new moms in your circle.
• Support goes both ways—pregnancy is more fun when you’re in it together!

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6️⃣ Stay Connected with Your Village ❤️

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There are people in your life ready to show up! Whether it’s celebrating milestones, getting advice, or just feeling surrounded by encouragement, staying connected with your village makes the journey even more meaningful.

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👶 Share Updates on Your Villie Baby Page

• Post bump photos (your village wants to see them!).
• Let your loved ones guess baby’s gender or due date!
• Play the Gender Reveal Game

🎉 Make Planning Fun!

• Poll your village for baby name suggestions!
• Start collecting ideas for your baby shower—Pinterest, anyone?

💜 Pregnancy is even more special when you share it—so keep your village in the loop!

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New to Villie? Here’s Why You’ll Love a Baby Page!

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A Villie Baby Page is your private space to share your pregnancy journey, connect with your loved ones, and make planning so much easier. Think of it as your pregnancy hub—where you can post updates, track milestones, and even get support from your village (without endless group texts!).

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✨ With a Villie Baby Page, you can:
✔ Share bump photos, baby name polls, and fun updates in one place.
✔ Let family & friends guess baby’s gender or due date.
✔ Easily share your registry & diaper fund so your village can support you.

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💡 Best part? It’s totally FREE and only takes a minute to set up! Create yours today!

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🚀 Ready for Month 4? Let’s Do This!

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You’re in one of the most exciting phases of pregnancy! Your energy is back, baby is growing fast, and big milestones—like your 20-week scan and baby shower planning—are just around the corner.

Enjoy every moment—you’ve got this! 💛

👉 Next up: Month 5! The halfway mark is coming up fast!

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