Weight gain is outpacing height growth. Those cheeks are getting chubby!
What's Happening With Your Baby This Week?
- The baby can clearly perceive the difference between light and dark; it may turn toward bright light.
- About half a liter of amniotic fluid passes through the bladder daily; the fluid is constantly renewed.
- All five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell) have become fully functional.
- Nails on all five fingers have reached full length.
- Fat accumulation has accelerated; body proportions are approaching a newborn appearance.
This Week's Tips for Mom
- You may experience practice contractions (Braxton Hicks); don't worry, your uterus is training for delivery.
- You may experience urinary incontinence (stress incontinence); Kegel exercises can help ease this issue.
- Learning about postpartum depression symptoms is beneficial; early awareness is very valuable.
- Your check-ups usually become every 2 weeks now; blood pressure and urine monitoring are important.
- Preparing a list of essentials for your hospital bag for both you and your baby would be great.
Tip of the day: Braxton Hicks contractions are irregular and usually pass when you change position or drink water. If contractions become regular, more frequent, and more intense, this could be real labor; contact your doctor right away.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Length and weight values are averages; every baby grows at their own pace.
