A view of your baby
Millions of women have had abortions. Some claim no regrets, while others face immediate emotional, spiritual, and/or physical issues. Some women who’ve experienced abortion are shocked & remorseful when they later become pregnant again and understand the remarkable development and abilities of their unborn babies. They wish they had been told how developed their babies were… they wish they’d have been able to see fetal models, or have an ultrasound before making the decision to abort.
Here is a basic timeline of life before birth:
Day 1
The second your egg is fertilized by a sperm, it contains the plans for every detail of the baby’s development, including sex, hair and eye color, and height.
Week 3
The brain, spinal chord, and nervous system develop. The heart begins to beat.
Week 4
The backbone and muscles are forming.
Week 5
Arms with hands and fingers, legs with feet and toes, and eyes can be seen.
Week 6-8
Brain waves can be detected.
Week 9
The body is nearly complete. Internal organs are present and functioning. Changes after the ninth week are primarily changes in size, rather than appearance.
Week 13
The baby moves vigorously and can make a tight fist. The mother will not be able to feel movement until the fourth or fifth month. The fetus can experience pain.
Month 4
The baby is 8-10 inches long and weighs 1/2 pound.
Month 5
The baby may jump in response to a loud noise.
Month 6
If the baby were to be born during this month and given special care, he or she could survive.