Pregnancy by the Week - Week 36 to 40
Your pregnancy by the week should be closely monitored especially if you are near your due date.
I'm sure by this time excitement fills the air and the nursery is almost ready.
By week 36, the fat is dimpling on the baby's elbows and knees and creases will form around the neck and wrists.
The baby's gums are very rigid as well.
On this period of your pregnancy, your baby could drop into the birth canal at any time now.
You should have gained an average of 25 to 30 pounds and consuming about 2400 calories per day.
Your body is working hard so you have to provide it with the right amount of fuel.
Watch what you eat and always opt for healthier alternatives.
On the 37th week, the baby's size should be about 6.
5 pounds and he or she starts to practice breathing movements to prepare him or her for the outside world.
The baby's grasp will be firm and he or she will turn toward the light.
You will notice that your vaginal discharge is heavier as it will contain more cervical mucous.
This is your body's way in preparing for the big day.
Pregnancy by the week gets more and more exciting especially at this time, you can hardly wait to see your baby! This is most likely the week when you'll find out the position of your baby whether it is "head down" or "butt first".
You will experience false labor contractions on your pregnancy by the week 38th and these can be very painful.
You may start feeling them in various parts of your body like the back, lower abdomen and pelvis.
On your 39th week, the baby won't be able to move too much because the womb space has become crowded.
As the baby settles into your pelvis, the center of gravity shifts which is why you feel somewhat off-balance.
Since the uterus won't be pressing on your diaphragm, it will be so much easier for you to breathe.
The only thing is you will have frequent trips to the bathroom because the uterus will be pushing on the bladder.
Your pregnancy by the week 40th may seem to be the longest week of your life.
You keep waiting for true labor contractions Try to relax and keep in mind that your due date is only an estimate.
It can't be considered post-due until you reach 42 weeks.
I'm sure by this time excitement fills the air and the nursery is almost ready.
By week 36, the fat is dimpling on the baby's elbows and knees and creases will form around the neck and wrists.
The baby's gums are very rigid as well.
On this period of your pregnancy, your baby could drop into the birth canal at any time now.
You should have gained an average of 25 to 30 pounds and consuming about 2400 calories per day.
Your body is working hard so you have to provide it with the right amount of fuel.
Watch what you eat and always opt for healthier alternatives.
On the 37th week, the baby's size should be about 6.
5 pounds and he or she starts to practice breathing movements to prepare him or her for the outside world.
The baby's grasp will be firm and he or she will turn toward the light.
You will notice that your vaginal discharge is heavier as it will contain more cervical mucous.
This is your body's way in preparing for the big day.
Pregnancy by the week gets more and more exciting especially at this time, you can hardly wait to see your baby! This is most likely the week when you'll find out the position of your baby whether it is "head down" or "butt first".
You will experience false labor contractions on your pregnancy by the week 38th and these can be very painful.
You may start feeling them in various parts of your body like the back, lower abdomen and pelvis.
On your 39th week, the baby won't be able to move too much because the womb space has become crowded.
As the baby settles into your pelvis, the center of gravity shifts which is why you feel somewhat off-balance.
Since the uterus won't be pressing on your diaphragm, it will be so much easier for you to breathe.
The only thing is you will have frequent trips to the bathroom because the uterus will be pushing on the bladder.
Your pregnancy by the week 40th may seem to be the longest week of your life.
You keep waiting for true labor contractions Try to relax and keep in mind that your due date is only an estimate.
It can't be considered post-due until you reach 42 weeks.
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