The Royal Bump, Day by Day

Now that we have an official due date for Kate and Wills’ baby – mid-July – we’ll be highlighting what’s going on in the life of the pregnant duchess and the HRH-to-be.  Check here daily for updates from now until the birth.

Week 14

What’s Up With the Fetus?

At 14 weeks, Kate's fetus is about the size of a package of Jammie Dodgers biscuits. Photo credit: Paul Hurst.

From the top of its crown to its royal rump, Kate’s babe-to-be is now nearly 9 centimeters long and weighs 25 grams, about as much as a Jammie Dodgers British biscuit. Or, if this were your baby, we’d describe it as about 4 inches long and weighing an ounce, about as much as two Keebler Rich ‘n Chips cookies.

Developmentally, things are starting to fall into place: the ears have migrated from the back of the neck to their final location on the side of the head, and the peepers have gradually moved from the sides to the front of the face. The heart, intestines, arms and legs have all reached their final destinations as well.

Oh, and it’s also possible that external genitalia can now be seen on sonogram. Let’s hope this means Kate’s loose-lipped friend, Jessica Hay, will spill the beans very soon about whether the duchess, 31, is expecting a prince or a princess.