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Pregnancy Week By Week | First Month Symptoms and Signs

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What happens in the fourth month?
What happens in the fifth month?

What happens in the sixth month?
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What happens in the eighth month?
What happens in the ninth month?
What happens in the tenth month?

What happens in the first month of pregnancy?

Pregnancy is divided into 3 trimesters. Each trimester is a little longer than 13 weeks. The first month marks the beginning of the first trimester.

What’s gestational age?

Pregnancy timing is measured using “gestational age.” Gestational age starts on the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP).

Gestational age can be confusing. Most people think of pregnancy as lasting 9 months. And it’s true that you’re pregnant for about 9 months. But because pregnancy is measured from the first day of your last menstrual period — about 3-4 weeks before you’re actually pregnant — a full-term pregnancy usually totals about 40 weeks from LMP — roughly 10 months.

Many people don’t remember exactly when they started their last menstrual period — that’s OK. The surest way to find out gestational age early in pregnancy is with an ultrasound.

What happens during week 1 - 2?

These are the first 2 weeks of your menstrual cycle. You have your period. About 2 weeks later, the egg that’s most mature is released from your ovary — this is called ovulation. Ovulation may happen earlier or later, depending on the length of your menstrual cycle. The average menstrual cycle is 28 days.

After it’s released, your egg travels down your fallopian tube toward your uterus. If the egg meets up with a sperm, they combine. This is called fertilization. Fertilization is most likely to occur when you have unprotected vaginal sex during the 6 days leading up to — and including the day of — ovulation.

What happens during week 3 - 4?

The fertilized egg moves down your fallopian tube and divides into more and more cells. It reaches your uterus about 3–4 days after fertilization. The dividing cells then form a ball that floats around in the uterus for about 2–3 days.

Pregnancy begins when the ball of cells attaches to the lining of your uterus. This is called implantation. It usually starts about 6 days after fertilization and takes about 3–4 days to be complete.

Pregnancy doesn’t always happen, even if an egg is fertilized by a sperm. Up to half of all fertilized eggs pass out of your body when you get your period, before implantation is complete.

What are the signs of pregnancy?

For a lot of people, the first sign of pregnancy is a missed period. Most pregnancy tests will be positive by the time you’ve missed your period. Other early pregnancy symptoms include feeling tired, feeling bloated, peeing more than usual, mood swings, nausea, and tender or swollen breasts. Not everyone has all of these symptoms, but it’s common to have at least 1 of them.

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Everything you need to know about the first trimester (weeks 1 to 12)

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You’re pregnant: congratulations! The first weeks of your pregnancy are a vital time as your body gets busy building a baby. How exciting!

First trimester: key stages

The first trimester begins on the first day of your last period and lasts until the end of week 12. This means that by the time you know for sure you're pregnant, you might already be five or six weeks pregnant!

A lot happens during these first three months. The fertilised egg rapidly divides into layers of cells and implants in the wall of your womb where it carries on growing. These layers of cells become an embryo, which is what the baby is called at this stage.

During this trimester, your baby grows faster than at any other time. By six weeks, a heartbeat can usually be heard and by the end of week 12, your baby's bones, muscles and all the organs of the body have formed. At this point, your baby looks like a tiny human being and is now called a fetus. He or she will even be practising swallowing!

Try our Healthy Pregnancy Tool to find out everything you need to know about your pregnancy

When am I due?

Find out your due date using our due date calculator!

When will I see a midwife?

Your first midwife appointment (also known as antenatal appointment) is the 'booking' appointment. This usually happens between week 8 and 10 of your pregnancy. Find out how to register with a midwife and when your appointments will be here.

Keeping your baby safe

There are some things that you can do during pregnancy that have an effect on your baby. Find out about them by clicking the link below.

Find the complete list of pregnancy dos and don'ts (and reasons why) here

Not sure whether you are pregnant?

Find out about the symptoms that mean you may be pregnant here.

Your physical and mental health in pregnancy

We also have lots of useful tips for coping with everyday pregnancy niggles. It’s common for women to experience symptoms such as morning sickness, cramp and indigestion during the first trimester.

Don't forget that your mental health is just as important as your physical health. It's normal to feel some anxiety and stress but it shouldn't be ongoing. If what you’re feeling isn’t normal for you, talk to your GP or midwife about it. They are there to help.

Exercise, such as yoga, has been shown to reduce anxiety and is a great way to stay active during your pregnancy, too.

Read more about mental wellbeing in pregnancy

Track your baby's development

Sign up to a free pregnancy email from our midwives to track your baby's development and give you reminders of all you need to know through the 9 months of pregnancy. Click here to sign up.

Review dates

Reviewed: 28 June 2018

Next review: 28 June 2021

This content is currently being reviewed by our team. Updated information will be coming soon.

Months of Pregnancy | Elite Clinic

First month of pregnancy (weeks 0-4)
Second month of pregnancy (weeks 5-8)
Third month of pregnancy (weeks 9-12)
Fourth month of pregnancy (weeks 13-16)
Fifth month of pregnancy (weeks 17-20)
Sixth month of pregnancy (weeks 21-24)
Seventh month of pregnancy (weeks 25 -28)
Eighth month of pregnancy (weeks 29-32)
Ninth month of pregnancy (weeks 33-36)
Tenth month of pregnancy (weeks 37-40)

First month of pregnancy (weeks 0-4) >

starts on the first day of the last menstrual period and lasts 4 weeks.

Fertilization occurs about two weeks after menstruation. Then a child is born.
At the end of the month, 36 weeks (8 months 12 days) remain before delivery.
At the end of the month the fetus is two weeks old.
Pinhead sized fetus.

REMEMBER! During pregnancy, you should not take any medication on your own initiative. Check with your doctor or health center nurse for safety information.

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The second month of pregnancy (weeks 5-8)

begins when 4 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation.

Lasts 4 weeks.
At the end of the month, 32 weeks remain before delivery (7 months 14 days).
At the beginning of the month, the embryo is two weeks old, at the end - six weeks old.
At the end of the month, the embryo is about 1.5 cm long.
The embryo has small arms and leg rudiments.
The heart and nose begin to develop. ears and eyelids, nervous system, spine and umbilical cord.

REMEMBER! Smoking and drinking alcohol during pregnancy can harm your baby.

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The third month of pregnancy (weeks 9-12)

begins when 8 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation

At the end of the month, 28 weeks (6 months 16 days) remain before delivery.
At the beginning of the month the fetus is 6 weeks old? at the end of 10 weeks.
At the end of the month, the length of the fruit is approx. 9 cm. The weight is approx. 20 g.
The heart starts beating for the first time.
The fetus floats in the amniotic fluid in the bladder and receives nutrients through the umbilical cord.
The fetus already has the upper and lower jaws and the rudiment of the tongue. The first rudiments of teeth appear.

REMEMBER! A good physical and mental condition of the mother contributes to the successful development of the fetus: a healthy diet and walks in the fresh air are useful for both.

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The fourth month of pregnancy (weeks 13-16)

begins when 12 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstrual period.
At the end of the month, 24 weeks remain until delivery (5 months 18 days)
At the beginning of the month, the fetus is 10 weeks old, at the end of the 14 weeks.
At the end of the month, the fetus is about 16 cm long and weighs about 100 g. The uterus is about the size of a fist.
The head is large and makes up almost half of the total length. The face begins to take shape. Ears and genitals develop.
The fetus tries to breathe and swallow. He pushes with his legs, moves his toes and fingers, turns his head. The mother, however, does not yet feel these slight movements.

REMEMBER! in order to receive maternity benefit, must appear at the antenatal clinic or doctor no later than during the fourth month of pregnancy.

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The fifth month of pregnancy (weeks 17-20)

begins when 16 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation.

At the end of the month, 20 weeks (4 months 20 days) remain before delivery.
At the beginning of the month the fetus is 14 weeks old, at the end of the month it is 18 weeks old.
At the end of the month, the length of the fetus is about 25-27 cm, its weight is about 250-300 g.
The fetus develops its own blood circulation and the heart beats twice as fast as that of an adult.
The skin of the fetus is covered with fluffy hair that disappears before delivery. Appear. in particular. brows.
The placenta at this stage is almost the size of the fetus and protects the fetus from harmful substances. but can't filter everything.
By this time, the mother already feels the movements of the fetus in that case. if she gave birth before.

REMEMBER! The time has come to arrange with the antenatal clinic nurse about family preparation.

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The sixth month of pregnancy (weeks 21-24)

begins when 20 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation.

At the end of the month, 16 weeks (3 months 22 days) remain before delivery.
At the beginning of the month the fetus is 18 weeks old, at the end of the month it is 22 weeks old.
The weight of the fetus is from 400 to 600 g, the length is about 30 cm. It moves so that even the primipara feels its movements. A heartbeat is heard.
At the end of the month, the fundus of the uterus is at the level of the navel. Faster uterine growth is often a sign of twins.
The fetus tries to suck, the thumb often slips into the mouth. Hands, hair and nails grow. The protective shell begins to turn into skin.
The fetus sleeps most of the time, but may be awakened by voices or shaking from outside.

REMEMBER! At the 22nd week of pregnancy, you can already apply for maternity, paternity, parenthood and childbirth benefits. (See chapter Services and Benefits for Families with Children).

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The seventh month of pregnancy (weeks 25-28)

- begins when 24 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation.

At the end of the month, there are 12 weeks left before delivery (2 months 24 days).
At the beginning of the month the fetus is 22 weeks old, at the end of the month it is 26 weeks old.
The weight of the fetus is about one kilogram, its length is about 35 cm.
The fetus moves a lot, turns and pushes with its legs so that it can be seen even from the outside. He opens and closes his eyes, has a strong grip on his hands.
The uterus has risen to the level of the navel. The first contractions of the uterus may be felt in such a way that the abdomen "hardens" for a few seconds.
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The eighth month of pregnancy (weeks 29-32)

begins when 28 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation

At the end of the month, there are 8 weeks left before delivery (1 month 26 days).
At the beginning of the month the fetus is 26 weeks old, at the end of the month it is 30 weeks old.
The fruit is about 40 cm long and weighs about 1. 5 kg.
In appearance, the fetus is similar to a newborn, however, it is more fragile, If it had been born, it could have remained alive.
However, the fetus's lungs and many other organs are not yet fully developed. It does not have all the antibodies that a full-term fetus has.

REMEMBER! during this period, you should not work for a long time standing on your feet, lifting heavy weights or doing other heavy work.

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The ninth month of pregnancy (weeks 33-36)

begins when 32 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation.

At the end of the month, there are 28 days or four weeks left before delivery.
At the beginning of the month the fetus is 30 weeks old, at the end of the month it is 34 weeks old
The length of the fetus is about 47 cm, weight is about 2700 g.
The fetus moves less than before, as the uterus becomes cramped for him. Most fruits turn head down during this period.
A greasy layer forms on the surface of the skin, the so-called. original lubricant.
The uterus has risen to its maximum height, to the ribs.

REMEMBER! Prepare now everything you need for the child.

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The tenth month of pregnancy (weeks 37-40)

- begins when 36 weeks have elapsed from the first day of the last menstruation, or 34 weeks from the start of fertilization.

At the beginning of the month, the fetus is 34 weeks old and is usually born at 38 weeks.
The uterus descends and the fetal head is placed in the exit position. The cuts are greatly enhanced.
The fetus pushes so hard in the uterus that it can knock over a book placed on the mother's stomach.
Most newborns are 49 to 52 cm long and weigh 3,000 to 4,000 grams. Childbirth occurs at the end of the tenth month of pregnancy. However, the onset of labor a week earlier or a week later is a common occurrence.

REMEMBER! If amniotic fluid begins to leak, pain or spotting occurs, or when contractions become regular, you should immediately go to the maternity hospital. (See the chapter on Childbirth.)

Although pregnancy is a normal state, it tires a woman's body. All organs must adapt to the new state. The metabolism is accelerated, breathing and blood circulation are more efficient, the uterus is enlarged. During pregnancy, the placenta secretes many enzymes and hormones, which, along with the corpus luteum and the lower cerebral appendage, regulate the changes that occur in the body.

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Pregnancy calendar

You are pregnant! Your baby will be born in 40 weeks. What changes will occur in your body, how your baby will grow will tell "Calendar of pregnancy".

1-2 weeks

Pregnancy begins at the moment of fertilization or conception.

Fertilization is a complex biological process of the fusion of female and male germ cells (egg and sperm). The resulting cell (zygote) is a new daughter organism.

A mature egg leaves the ovary approximately on the 12-14th day of the menstrual cycle (ovulation) and enters the fallopian tube, where it remains viable for 24 hours. During an orgasm, a man ejects from 200 to 400 million spermatozoa into the woman's vagina. Some of them penetrate through the cervix into the uterine cavity, and from there into the fallopian tubes. Here, spermatozoa retain the ability to fertilize for 48 hours. Thus, within 6-7 days of a woman's menstrual cycle, conception is possible.

Fertilization of the female egg is performed by a single sperm in the upper part of the fallopian tube. There are two types of sperm: those containing the Y chromosome (“male”) and the X chromosome (“female”). When an egg cell (containing the X chromosome) fuses with a sperm cell, their genetic material is combined and the sex of the child is determined. If there are two X chromosomes in the child's genetic makeup, it's a girl; if an X chromosome and a Y chromosome, it's a boy. It is impossible to change the sex of the child, so you should not follow the "folk beliefs" that guarantee the birth of a child of a given gender.

The fertilized egg begins to divide with the formation of a multicellular organism and move through the fallopian tube into the uterine cavity. During this period, the nutrition of the embryo is carried out at the expense of those substances that have been accumulated in the egg. If the peristalsis of the tube is slowed down (due to inflammatory diseases), the embryo penetrates the wall of the fallopian tube with the occurrence of an ectopic pregnancy.

Implantation (introduction) of the embryo into the uterine wall occurs 7-8 days after fertilization.

On the seventh day of pregnancy, the outer layer of the embryo (trophoblast) begins to produce a hormone - chorionic gonadotropin. This hormone gives the mother's body information that pregnancy has occurred, and begins its functional restructuring. Diagnostic test strips detect the chorionic gonadotropin in the urine of a pregnant woman, which makes it possible to diagnose pregnancy at an early stage.

3-4 weeks

You do not have the expected menstruation, nausea in the morning, and frequent urination during the day. You become emotionally labile, irritable, whiny. Basal body temperature is above 37°C.
In appearance, your unborn baby resembles a small auricle measuring 4 mm, surrounded by a small amount of amniotic fluid. On the 21st day after conception, the brain and spinal cord are formed. By the end of the first month, the circulation of embryonic blood is established, the umbilical cord has formed - the connection of the embryo with the future placenta. The eye sockets, the rudiments of arms and legs appeared, the laying and development of other internal organs of the fetus is underway: the liver, kidneys, urinary tract, and digestive organs.

5-6 weeks

You no longer doubt that you are pregnant. Regardless of how you feel, all pregnant women need to visit a antenatal clinic and undergo an examination that will allow you to identify and correct existing health problems in time.

Starting from the 5th week, there may be a threat of termination of pregnancy. This will be evidenced by: periodic pain in the lower abdomen and in the lumbar region, a feeling of pressure on the rectum, an increased amount of mucus. If you experience these symptoms, you should consult a doctor.

By week 6, the face is formed in the embryo: eyes, nose, jaws and limbs.

7-8 weeks

From the 7th week of pregnancy, the yellow body of pregnancy undergoes reverse development, the production of hormones begins to be carried out by the forming placenta.

The baby develops large blood vessels, the heart becomes four-chambered. Bile ducts appear in the liver. There is a development of the endocrine glands, the brain. The auricles are already formed, fingers have appeared on the limbs. The embryo begins to move. At week 8, under the influence of the Y chromosome, the formation of male gonads (testicles) occurs. They begin to produce testosterone - the male sex hormone, which will lead to the formation of the sexual characteristics of the boy.

9-10 weeks

Your metabolism is changing significantly to provide the growing body with all the necessary "building materials" - amino acids, energy. Disadaptation to such a restructuring can result in toxicosis of the 1st half of pregnancy. It is characterized by nausea, vomiting, salivation, weight loss. When the first symptoms appear, consult a doctor.

At the tenth week, the development of the oral cavity, intestines, rectum, and bile ducts ends in the embryo. The formation of the face and hemispheres of the brain was completed. The development of the cerebellum, the main coordinator of movements, begins.

11-12 weeks

The body has adapted to the new conditions. By this time, nausea, vomiting, salivation practically disappear. You become balanced, calm.
Uterine growth becomes noticeable after 12 weeks

13-14 weeks

By this time, the formation of the main organs of the unborn child is completed. In appearance, the fetus resembles a small person.

15-16 weeks

A change in skin pigmentation is possible - the midline of the abdomen, nipples and the skin around them have darkened. These phenomena should pass soon after childbirth.
The formation of the placenta ends. The fetus and placenta represent a single functional system. During this period of pregnancy, the fetus floats freely in the amniotic fluid. The composition of the amniotic fluid can determine the condition of the fetus.

17-18 weeks

These days, your unborn child begins to move. His limbs, ligamentous apparatus, cerebellum have already developed enough. By this time, the formation of the immune system is completed.

19-20 weeks

There have been big changes in your body. The pulse became more frequent, cardiac output increased significantly (40% higher than the initial level) and the volume of circulating blood (almost 500 ml).

Due to the increased volume of plasma compared to the mass of red blood cells, hemoglobin decreases in blood tests.

Some women during this period experience frequent and painful urination, pain in the lumbar region on the right or left, weakness. A large uterus presses down on the bladder, the mouth of the ureters, disrupting the outflow of urine. Stagnation of urine and incomplete emptying of the renal pelvis create conditions for the development of infection. Bacteriuria develops and pyelonephritis of pregnant women may occur. If there is any suspicion of pyelonephritis, you should immediately consult a doctor, because this disease is not only dangerous for your health, but also for the further growth and development of the fetus.

The weight of the baby is 300-350 grams, he often and quite actively moves, swallows amniotic fluid, begins to open his eyes.

21-22 weeks

In these weeks, the fetus already has a mass of 400-500 grams, and it develops very intensively bones and muscles, which require calcium from your body. Therefore, if you do not want to lose your white-toothed smile, then, on the advice of your obstetrician-gynecologist, start taking calcium supplements regularly. This will help save your teeth and get rid of leg cramps. They appear for the same reason of calcium deficiency.

23-24 weeks

At this time, the weight of the fetus is 500-600 g. It already has all the organs and systems fully formed. Until that time, only his lungs remained immature. And now, by 24 weeks, they begin to ripen. And the cells lining the lung alveoli produce surfactant, a substance that, by lubricating the alveoli, prevents them from sticking together during breathing. However, the amount of surfactant is so small that a child born at this time will not be able to breathe on its own. To survive outside the uterus, he needs sophisticated breathing equipment, incubators, a control system, infusors for nutrition, infusion media, artificial surfactant.

There are perinatal centers where children born during these terms of pregnancy are nursed. It is very difficult. And therefore, the longer the pregnancy is prolonged, the more likely the birth of a healthy and viable child. Therefore, try to do everything so that the child is born on time, full-term and healthy.

By this gestational age, the uterus is at a height of about 24 cm above the pubic bone, and now it not only builds up muscles, but is also stretched by the fetus that completely filled its cavity.

25-26 weeks

The fetus already has a mass of 700-750 g. Due to the improvement of the brain structures in his body, a connection is established with the adrenal cortex and they begin to produce corticoids - hormones necessary for adaptation. The pituitary gland of the fetus reaches such a degree of maturity that the production of adrenocorticotropic hormone begins, which also stimulates hormonal production by the adrenal glands. In short, all forces are thrown to the upcoming "publication". But the most obvious changes in these weeks occur in the lungs - there is an increased maturation of cells that produce surfactant. However, a fetus born during this period can only survive in incubators with artificial lung ventilation, artificial feeding with special infusion media. Therefore, try to keep both him and yourself from rash steps.

At this time, it's time to start preparing for the future feeding of the child. Under the influence of placental lactogen, your breasts, that is, the mammary glands, are growing rapidly. From time to time, droplets of colostrum may appear on the nipples. Daily air baths, washing with cool water, rubbing the nipples with a rough towel will help prepare the nipples for feeding. If the nipples are flat, start to stretch them little by little.

27-28 weeks

This period completes the second trimester of pregnancy. By this time, the fetus weighs up to 1000 g and has a height of up to 35 cm. However, he still cannot live on his own, because. his lungs are not mature enough and special equipment is still needed to nurse him. During these periods of pregnancy, there is an intensive growth of the fetus, the formation of muscles. His movements become more active. Periods of movement alternate with its relatively calm state when the fetus is sleeping. With an ultrasound, you can see that he already knows how to suck his thumb and even smile!

The fundus of the uterus stands on average at a height of 27-28 cm above the womb.

29-30 weeks

The third trimester of pregnancy begins. The uterus stands at a height of 29-30 cm, it becomes more difficult for you to breathe. Now one of the most serious complications can develop - toxicosis of the second half of pregnancy, which is characterized by the appearance of edema, increased blood pressure and the appearance of protein in the urine. For early diagnosis of this complication, it is necessary to carefully observe an obstetrician-gynecologist and follow all his recommendations, incl. strict weight control. In the III trimester of pregnancy, the daily weight gain should be no more than 50 g, i.e. no more than 300 g per week. You should also monitor the ratio of drunk and secreted fluid.

31-32 weeks

Have you asked your doctor how the fetus is? Find out now it's very important. Its position can be longitudinal, transverse, oblique. Correct, normal is the longitudinal position of the fetus. Childbirth is safer with cephalic presentation. From this period of pregnancy, it is necessary to wear a prenatal bandage that will support the anterior abdominal wall and help maintain the correct position and presentation of the fetus. If the presentation of the fetus is breech, i.e. above the entrance to the pelvis is the pelvic end of the fetus, then the bandage should not be worn yet. There is gymnastics to correct the presentation of the fetus.

In the morning and evening for 1 hour, do the following: lie down on the bed on your left side and lie quietly for 15 minutes, then turn over to your right side and lie for the next 15 minutes, and then repeat these turns 2 more times.

Pregnant women with Rh-negative blood and with O (I) blood type need blood tests for Rh - or group immune antibodies. Immunization of pregnant women with Rh-negative blood is carried out from 28 weeks and within 72 hours after childbirth according to the indications, which will be discussed by the doctor observing you in the antenatal clinic.

33-34 weeks

The fetus already has a mass of 1800-2100 g, a height of 40-41 cm. By the end of this period, its lungs will begin to produce surfactant in full and will be able to breathe without special equipment. The fetus is fully developed, its chances of surviving in case of preterm birth are greatly increased. However, there is still extremely little subcutaneous fat, so his skin is thin and has a red color. Such a newborn retains heat very poorly and at birth needs an incubator or a heating pad. His body is still covered with fluff and cheese-like grease, the auricles are still very small, but they are already beginning to straighten out, the boy's testicles descend into the scrotum.

Caring for a premature baby is the hardest work for the whole family, associated with high material costs, physical overload of parents, and this work is not always rewarded, since a child can be born and remain sick. Therefore, up to 37 weeks of pregnancy, a woman should be especially attentive to her condition and, at the slightest suspicion of an increase in the tone of the uterus, starting frequent and regular contractions, immediately consult a doctor.

Doctors know that women, in anticipation of the arrival of a new person in the house, begin to glue walls and paint ceilings during this period. Don't take unnecessary risks. For this, prenatal leave is provided from 30 weeks, so that you can avoid overwork, do not push in transport, and have the opportunity to sleep. So repairs, stuffy shops, queues are no longer for you.

35-36 weeks

The fetus already has a mass of 2100-2700 g and a height of 44-45 cm. It is advisable to see a doctor during this period of pregnancy at least once every 10 days.

37-38 weeks

From this point on, your pregnancy is considered full-term. And if you have a baby in these weeks, he will live. Its development is complete. Now he has a mass of approximately 2700-3000 g. Height is 49-50 cm. The remaining two weeks he will add a little in weight and height.

It becomes easier for you to breathe, as the fetal head is pressed tightly against the entrance to the pelvis, the uterus pulls the anterior abdominal wall more, and therefore its bottom sank lower. Tension of the uterus; small sharp pulling pains in the lumbar region.

With an exacerbation of extragenital diseases, the appearance of signs of toxicosis in the second half of pregnancy, with an incorrect position of the fetus, with some gynecological diseases, against which pregnancy develops, a scar on the uterus, etc., early prenatal hospitalization is required. Do not forget to take an exchange card, passport, medical insurance policy and birth certificate to the hospital.

39-40 weeks

You can find out the approximate day of delivery by the date of the last normal menstruation - count back three months and add 7 days. The resulting number will be the estimated date of birth. More precisely, according to many parameters, ultrasound data, additional studies, the date of the first fetal movement, the date of the first visit to the obstetrician-gynecologist, especially if the visit was before 11-12 weeks of pregnancy.

The child already has all the signs of maturity.

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