With just a few weeks to go before your due date, both you and your baby are going through more changes than ever, and not all of them comfortable. To keep both you and baby calm and stress free, focus on comfort and safety above all else. Wear comfortable clothes, spend time on your favorite activities, and tick things off the to-do list while you still can, and avoid triggers of stress.
Breathlessness is sometimes common at this stage. Your little one is taking up even more space inside you and your womb is pushing up against your diaphragm. With less room for air, it’s important that you don’t overdo things and get as much rest as possible. An increase in appetite at this stage is common, so keep your diet as healthy as possible and try not to binge.
Up until now your baby has been covered in tiny hairs known as lanugo which help keep him warm. These begin to disappear this week as your little one adds a layer of subcutaneous fat. Still growing quickly, your baby now weighs around 1.5 kgs (3.3 lbs) and is almost 40cm long.
With baby kicking through the night, you’re probably finding it harder to sleep. Added to various hormonal changes, this can lead to insomnia. Insomnia can be a really vicious circle: you can be dog-tired, but you still can’t get a good night’s sleep. Avoid caffeine after lunch and exercise in the evening and make sure you embrace your best-ever excuse for relaxation.
Please be aware that the information given in these articles is only intended as general advice and should in no way be taken as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you or your family or your child is suffering from symptoms or conditions which are severe or persistent or you need specific medical advice, please seek professional medical assistance. Philips AVENT cannot be held responsible for any damages that result from the use of the information provided on this website.
You are about to visit a Philips global content page
ContinueSelect country
India (English)
