Pregnancy week by week / Week 26
26 weeks pregnant
That’s 6 months — the second trimester, with 14 weeks to go.
Baby size at 26 weeks
Your baby is about 35.6 cm (14.0 in) long and weighs about 0.76 kg (1 lb 11 oz) — roughly the size of a head of lettuce.
What’s happening at 26 weeks
The eyes begin to open and the baby responds to light. Brainwave activity for hearing and sight is switching on.
Common symptoms at 26 weeks pregnant
- •Braxton Hicks
- •Trouble sleeping
- •Leg cramps
- •Rib pain
- •Watch for high blood pressure
Every pregnancy is different — you may have all, some or none of these. Contact your doctor or midwife about anything that concerns you.
Count down to your due date
If you’re 26 weeks pregnant today, your due date is around Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Adjust the date below and create a free countdown to share.
First day of your last menstrual period (how doctors date a pregnancy)
⚕️ This is an estimate based on Naegele’s rule (40 weeks from your last period). Only about 1 in 20 babies arrive on the exact due date. Always confirm with your doctor or midwife.
FAQ
How many months is 26 weeks pregnant?
26 weeks pregnant is about 6 months, in the second trimester.
How big is the baby at 26 weeks?
At 26 weeks the baby is about 35.6 cm (14.0 in) long and weighs about 0.76 kg (1 lb 11 oz) — roughly the size of a head of lettuce.
What are the symptoms at 26 weeks pregnant?
Common symptoms around 26 weeks include braxton hicks, trouble sleeping, leg cramps, rib pain. Symptoms vary a lot from person to person — contact your provider if anything worries you.
When is my due date if I am 26 weeks pregnant?
If you are exactly 26 weeks pregnant today, your estimated due date is around Tuesday, September 22, 2026 — 14 weeks from now. Use the calculator below with your real last-period date for a personalised estimate.
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