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28 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Size, Development & Symptoms

Your baby is about the size of a brinjal.

By Cushies Editorial Team · 2 min read · Updated 24 July 2026

Baby's sizeAbout the size of a brinjal
Lengthabout 38 cm
Weightabout 1 kg
TrimesterThird trimester, month 7

Your baby this week

The baby can blink and may have eyelashes. Babies born now have a good chance of survival with NICU care.

Your body this week

Third trimester: antenatal visits usually become more frequent.

Tip of the week

Ask about the Tdap (whooping cough) vaccine.

If your baby arrives now, they are born early (preterm) and may need some time in a special newborn care unit. Know the signs of preterm labour.

Quick answers

How big is my baby at 28 weeks?

About the size of a brinjal: around 38 cm long and around 1 kg.

How many months is 28 weeks pregnant?

28 weeks is in month 7 of pregnancy, in the third trimester.

This article is general information, not medical advice. If you are worried about your health or your baby's, please talk to your doctor.

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