The last trimester of pregnancy is marked by impatience, despite the fact that the end of pregnancy is already close, it seems that it lasts longer than expected. The woman is tired of pregnancy and is looking forward to meeting the baby.
28 weeks pregnant
Mother
Breathing becomes “heavy”, shortness of breath is observed – the growing uterus presses on the diaphragm. The best medicine for shortness of breath is rest and change of position. Pay more attention to the movements of the fetus , a decrease in its activity indicates a deterioration in the condition. During activity, the baby should perform at least 10 movements per hour.
Child
The baby learns to recognize the nature of the voice coming from the environment, after birth, he learns the tone of his mother’s voice. The formation of bones and joints has come to an end. The fetus weighs just over a kilogram and has a fully formed appearance of a newborn baby.
29 weeks pregnant
Mother
Increase your consumption of whole grains, they meet the growing demand for calories, provide the body with a full vitamin B and prevent constipation. If constipation is constantly bothering, you should consult a doctor, as the problem often leads to the formation of hemorrhoids.
Child
A thin layer of fat under the skin “whitens” the baby’s body a little and protects it from heat loss. The height of the child is about 37 cm in height, weight 1.7 kg. The sense of smell is well developed, after birth, his first food – mother’s milk – will become his favorite aroma.
30 weeks pregnant
Mother
Visits to the gynecologist are becoming more frequent even with a normal pregnancy. Most gynecologists invite their pregnant patients to visit every 2-3 weeks, and in recent weeks every 7 days. Many women during this period suddenly decide to change the design in their own homes or persuade close relatives to rearrange the furniture. Energy is overflowing. By the second half of the day, fatigue comes, and with it swelling of the legs, if the swelling is large and is accompanied by headache and nausea, consult a doctor.
Child
To take a more comfortable position, the baby presses the crossed arms and legs to the body. The baby’s tremors are no longer so strong, but no one canceled the time of activity. Some babies turn head down and remain in this position until birth. Other babies are in the correct position in the coming weeks. The child weighs more than 1.3 kg, height is about 38 cm. Muscles and lungs have matured. Blood vessels are no longer visible through the skin.
31 weeks pregnant
Mother
This period of pregnancy is characterized by a rocking gait from side to side, weakened ligaments in the pelvic region are to blame for this. Weakened ligaments make it easier for the pelvic bones to separate, preparing the body for an early birth. The weight gained during the entire pregnancy was 7 kg, fatigue is felt. Walking and swimming will noticeably improve the physical and psychological state. If you have painful leg cramps, make sure your diet contains enough sources of magnesium (buckwheat, beans, bananas), calcium (dairy products, fish, cruciferous vegetables and legumes), and potassium (tomato juice).
Child
Your treasure is rapidly gaining weight, now it weighs about 1.6 kg. The baby constantly tastes the amniotic fluid, which provides him with 40 calories a day. According to the researchers, amniotic fluid not only entertains the baby with taste and trains the digestive tract, but also acts as an anti-stress therapy. It has been observed that the fetus, feeling anxious, releases more amniotic fluid than in a calm state.
32 weeks pregnant
Mother
The uterus, which has increased 500 times since conception, filled almost the entire abdominal cavity. Pressure on the diaphragm causes shortness of breath, to breathe comfortably at night, sleep on a high pillow, the head should be well above chest level. There may be vaginal discharge similar to mucus, if it is profuse and has an unpleasant odor, consult a doctor immediately, it may be a fungal or bacterial infection. A watery discharge that is greenish or red in color requires urgent medical attention.
Child
If a child is born at this time, there is a high chance that he will survive and develop normally. The lungs are formed and ready for full breathing. A baby who weighs 1.8 kg with his height of 41 cm is very cramped, so during his activity, the expectant mother experiences unpleasant, even painful sensations in the ribs. If the baby has not yet settled down head down, this will happen a little later, some children take the right position, literally at the last minute before birth.
33 weeks pregnant
Mother
Annoyed by heartburn? If all the actions taken against it do not help, consult a doctor. Without consultation, do not take even the safest medicines. Irritability and tearfulness are associated with fear and anxiety before childbirth. If you attend courses for expectant mothers, you can get answers to all your questions and psychological support there.
Child
The weight of the baby is impressive, his little plump body weighs just over 2 kg, and the length is 43 cm from head to toe. The heart already has an individual rhythm of work, a reflex contraction of the pupils under the influence of light has been formed, hearing has been improved. The child distinguishes the mother’s voice from other voices, recognizes a simple melody.
34 weeks pregnant
Mother
Weight increases faster than before. Often there is pain in the lower abdomen, which is associated with fetal pressure on the birth canal. Regular Braxton Hicks contractions prepare the uterus for childbirth.
Child
The development of the child slows down, his body is formed and continues to grow, the amount of subcutaneous fat increases. The child opens his eyes during periods of wakefulness and closes them when he sleeps. The fluff that previously covered the body has disappeared, it is replaced by a thick layer of protective primordial lubricant.
35 weeks pregnant
Mother
If there is a threat of premature birth, you can calm down, children born at this time survive in 99% of cases without any problems. If your gums are bleeding, replace your toothbrush with a softer one if that’s not enough, visit your dentist.
Child
The baby weighs 2.5 kg, weight is 45 cm. The small body excretes 0.5 liters of urine per day, the amniotic fluid changes every 3 hours, so the baby does not swim in dirty water.
36 weeks pregnant
Mother
The uterus descends a few weeks before birth, it becomes easier to breathe, the baby’s head is in the upper part of the cervix. The descent of the uterus leads to pain in the perineum and frequent urination. To limit the number of visits to the toilet, avoid diuretic drinks (coffee, herbal infusions).
Child
The child weighs 2.8 kg, height is 47 cm. If you are expecting twins, the pregnancy may end a little earlier – at 37 weeks, the birth a little earlier than the due date, as a rule, does not adversely affect the development of babies.
37 weeks pregnant
Mother
A child can be born at any time, only about 5% of children are born at a certain time. Get more rest and sleep. Some women at this time, due to the action of hormones, see unusually colorful dreams.
Child
The baby is gaining about 30 g per day, he appreciates the calmness that reigns in the uterus. The expectant mother should avoid stressful situations so as not to disturb the baby. The child conveys his mood to his mother through movement, you can intuitively understand what they mean – anger from loud noise, anxiety or pleasure. The adrenal glands produce the hormone cortisol, which affects the lungs – they are fully ready to breathe.
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