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12 weeks pregnant baby size

By Pregora Editorial Team · Updated 2026-05-07 · 3 min read

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At 12 weeks pregnant, your baby is about 5.4 cm / 2.1 in long and weighs around 14 g / 0.5 oz — comparable in size to a lime. About the size of a lime — and you've nearly completed the first trimester.

Length

5.4 cm / 2.1 in

Weight

14 g / 0.5 oz

Size of

Lime

Week 12 milestones

  • Reflexes are developing — baby can curl fingers and toes
  • Vocal cords are forming
  • External genitalia are starting to differentiate (boy vs girl)
  • Risk of miscarriage drops significantly after week 12

Tip for week 12

Many couples announce their pregnancy after week 12 because the miscarriage risk drops to under 1% at this point.

Disclaimer: Baby measurements are population averages — individual babies vary. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalised growth assessments based on your ultrasound scans.

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