The Fetal Senses - When Do They Develop?

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Humans have five basic senses: Sight, smell, taste, hearing and touch. You may be wondering just when, during your pregnancy, your tiny baby can start feeling, smelling, tasting, hearing and see. You will be surprised to know that it is a lot earlier than you think!

Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus Development from Virtue Baby

Your Baby’s Senses – When do they develop?  Your baby’s senses begin to develop from the moment of conception with all the senses established by week 8 (gestational age) but maturing at varies rates. What this means is that although the senses begin to develop very early on, they only really start functioning properly later in your pregnancy.

• Sensitivity to Touch
• The Fetus In Motion
• Tasting and Smelling
• Listening and Hearing
• Development of Vision