17 weeks pregnant is how many months?
At 17 weeks you are in the 4th month of pregnancy, within the second trimester. The conversion uses the real average of 4.345 weeks per month, which is why "4 weeks = 1 month" only works as a rough guide early on.
Your baby at 17 weeks
The skeleton hardens, turning from cartilage into bone. Around now, the size is comparable to a turnip.
Table: weeks to months (around week 17)
| Weeks | Month | Trimester |
|---|---|---|
| 14 weeks | 4th month | 2nd trimester |
| 15 weeks | 4th month | 2nd trimester |
| 16 weeks | 4th month | 2nd trimester |
| 17 weeks ← | 4th month | 2nd trimester |
| 18 weeks | 5th month | 2nd trimester |
| 19 weeks | 5th month | 2nd trimester |
| 20 weeks | 5th month | 2nd trimester |
Frequently asked questions
How is the conversion done?
A month averages 30.44 days = 4.345 weeks. We divide 17 weeks by 4.345 and add 1 for the current month: that gives the 4th month.
How many weeks am I? I’m not sure how to work it out
Use our due date calculator: enter the first day of your last period to see your weeks, trimester and estimated due date — all worked out on your device.
References
- ACOG – How your fetus grows during pregnancy
- NHS – You and your baby at [X] weeks pregnant
- Office on Women’s Health (US) – Stages of pregnancy
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Medical disclaimer: This tool and content are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. If something feels wrong, see a doctor.