How many weeks in a month for pregnancy

Pregnancy Weeks to Months: How Many Weeks, Months, and Trimesters in Pregnancy

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By Kate Marple

February 10, 2021

How long is pregnancy? The short answer is 280 days, 40 weeks, 3 trimesters, or a little more than 9 months. But most women don't give birth at exactly 40 weeks pregnant, so it's impossible to know exactly how long until you meet your baby. Your due date is just a good guess – but it's helpful. So is knowing about pregnancy trimesters and how to translate weeks to months in pregnancy. (Our pregnancy weeks and months chart will help!)

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How many weeks pregnant am I?
How many weeks are in a pregnancy?
How many weeks are in a trimester?
How many trimesters are in a pregnancy?
Pregnancy weeks to month chart
How many months pregnant am I?
Isn't a month four weeks long?
Is pregnancy nine or ten months?
So, when will I have my baby?

How many weeks pregnant am I?

To determine your due date, healthcare providers count 40 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP) rather than trying to guess exactly when sperm met egg. Visit our Pregnancy Due Date Calculator to check how many weeks pregnant you are.

Healthcare providers use your LMP to date pregnancy because many women don't know which day they ovulated. And even if you know the day you had sex that resulted in pregnancy, that may not be the day you conceived: Sperm can linger in your uterus for up to five days waiting for an egg to be released so they can fertilize it.

Using your LMP to find your due date means that when you get confirmation that you're pregnant, you'll most likely be 4 or 5 weeks along.

How many weeks are in a pregnancy?

There are 40 weeks in a pregnancy – though you're just as likely to deliver your baby a few weeks before or after that.

How many weeks are in a trimester?

Each trimester is 13 or 14 weeks long. The first trimester lasts until you're 13 weeks pregnant, the second trimester spans week 14 to week 27, and the third trimester starts the day you turn 28 weeks pregnant and lasts until week 40 (or until you deliver your baby).

How many trimesters are in a pregnancy?

There are three trimesters: the first trimester (early pregnancy), the second trimester (mid-pregnancy), and third trimester (late pregnancy).

Pregnancy weeks to month chart

Check out our chart to see how the weeks, months, and trimesters of pregnancy line up with each other.

How many months pregnant am I?

You can use the chart above to figure out how the weeks of pregnancy correspond to months. Note that you're not technically one month pregnant until after 4 weeks have passed, for example. But you are "in your first month" during the first 4 weeks and "in month nine" during the last 4 weeks.

Isn't a month four weeks long?

Actually, in a typical year, February is the only month that's four weeks (or 28 days) long. All others are either 30 or 31 days. On average, a month is 4.3 weeks, so that means the number of weeks and months of pregnancy don't match up exactly. And that's why some months in the chart are four weeks long and some are five weeks long.

Is pregnancy nine or ten months?

Forty weeks is actually a little more than 9 months. For example, if your last period started on January 1, your due date would be October 8. So that's more like nine months and one week (or even longer if you go past your due date).

So, when will I have my baby?

Your provider counts 280 days (40 weeks) from the first day of your LMP to determine your due date. But keep in mind that's just an estimate. Only 5 percent of babies are born on their due date. You're just as likely to deliver any time during the two weeks before or after that day. Your baby is considered full term between 39 and 41 weeks.

Note: Not everyone ovulates exactly two weeks after their LMP, so your due date may be adjusted if an early ultrasound indicates that your baby is more or less developed than expected.

Sources

BabyCenter's editorial team is committed to providing the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information in the world. When creating and updating content, we rely on credible sources: respected health organizations, professional groups of doctors and other experts, and published studies in peer-reviewed journals. We believe you should always know the source of the information you're seeing. Learn more about our editorial and medical review policies.

ACOG. 2013. Definition of term pregnancy. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. https://www.acog.org/Clinical-Guidance-and-Publications/Committee-Opinions/Committee-on-Obstetric-Practice/Definition-of-Term-Pregnancy [Accessed February 2021]

Jukic AM et al. 2013. Length of human pregnancy and contributors to its natural variation. Human Reproduction 28(10):2848-2855. https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article/28/10/2848/620772 [Accessed February 2021]

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How to Do the Math Accurately

You know your due date, but how many weeks pregnant are you? What about months? This guide will help you convert pregnancy weeks to months.

If you just found out that you’re expecting, one of your first questions is likely how far along am I? Knowing how many weeks pregnant you are helps you track your milestones and count down to your due date. But pregnancy math can be a bit confusing, especially when you try to convert pregnancy weeks to months. Don’t worry: We’ll break it all down for you.

Pregnancy Weeks to Months

Tracking pregnancy weeks is easy—you simply count up from the first day of your last menstrual period.

But converting pregnancy weeks to months? That’s tricky, because there’s only one month with exactly four full weeks, and that’s February. January, March, May, July, August, October, and December all have 31 days, which means the average month has four full weeks, plus a few extra days.

Since one month doesn’t really equal four weeks—it’s just a rough estimate—simply dividing by four doesn’t give you the most accurate answer. And during pregnancy, accuracy is key in order to get the best representation of your baby’s growth.

Still, inquiring folks may still ask “how many months are you?” In this case, it’s fine to use four weeks as your dividing factor. Here’s a quick cheat sheet for you:

How many months is…

8 weeks pregnant?

If you’re 8 weeks pregnant, you are two months pregnant. This means you have completed two months (8 weeks) and are working your way through your third month.

9 weeks pregnant?

If you’re 9 weeks pregnant, you are two months and one week pregnant.

10 weeks pregnant?

If you’re 10 weeks pregnant, you are two months and two weeks pregnant, or 2.5 months.

11 weeks pregnant?

If you are 11 weeks pregnant, you are two months and three weeks pregnant.

12 weeks pregnant?

If you are 12 weeks pregnant, you are three months pregnant.

13 weeks pregnant?

If you are 13 weeks pregnant, you are three months and one week pregnant.

14 weeks pregnant?

You’ve made it to the second trimester! If you are 14 weeks pregnant, you are three months and two weeks pregnant, or 3. 5 months. This is a great time to start drinking red raspberry leaf tea.

15 weeks pregnant?

If you are 15 weeks pregnant, you are three months and three weeks pregnant.

16 weeks pregnant?

If you are 16 weeks pregnant, you are four months pregnant.

17 weeks pregnant?

If you are 17 weeks pregnant, you are four months and one week pregnant.

18 weeks pregnant?

If you are 18 weeks pregnant, you are four months and two weeks pregnant, or 4.5 months.

19 weeks pregnant?

If you are 19 weeks pregnant, you are four months and three weeks pregnant.

20 weeks pregnant?

If you are 20 weeks pregnant, you are five months pregnant. This is also when many mamas go in for their anatomy scan.

21 weeks pregnant?

If you are 21 weeks pregnant, you are five months and one week pregnant. This is a good time to sign up for a childbirth education class.

22 weeks pregnant?

If you are 22 weeks pregnant, you are five months and two weeks pregnant, or 5. 5 months.

23 weeks pregnant?

If you are 23 weeks pregnant, you are five months and three weeks pregnant.

24 weeks pregnant?

If you are 24 weeks pregnant, you are six months pregnant.

25 weeks pregnant?

If you are 25 weeks pregnant, you are six months and one week pregnant.

26 weeks pregnant?

If you are 26 weeks pregnant, you are six months and two weeks pregnant, or 6.5 months.

27 weeks pregnant?

If you are 27 weeks pregnant, you are six months and three weeks pregnant.

28 weeks pregnant?

Welcome to the third trimester! You are seven months pregnant!

29 weeks pregnant?

If you are 29 weeks pregnant, you are seven months and one week pregnant.

30 weeks pregnant?

If you are 30 weeks pregnant, you are seven months and two weeks pregnant, or 7.5 months.

31 weeks pregnant?

If you are 31 weeks pregnant, you are seven months and three weeks pregnant.

32 weeks pregnant?

If you are 32 weeks pregnant, you are eight months pregnant.

33 weeks pregnant?

If you are 33 weeks pregnant, you are eight months and one week pregnant.

34 weeks pregnant?

If you are 34 weeks pregnant, you are eight months and two weeks pregnant, or 8.5 months.

35 weeks pregnant?

If you are 35 weeks pregnant, you are eight months and three weeks pregnant.

36 weeks pregnant?

If you are 36 weeks pregnant, you are nine months pregnant! This is when you should start eating your dates for a faster birth!

37 weeks pregnant?

If you are 37 weeks pregnant, you are nine months and one week pregnant. This is also when you are “cleared” to have a home birth, if that is your desire.

38 weeks pregnant?

If you are 38 weeks pregnant, you are nine months and two weeks pregnant, or 9.5 months pregnant.

39 weeks pregnant?

If you are 39 weeks pregnant, you are nine months and three weeks pregnant.

40 weeks pregnant?

Congrats! You’ve reached the end of pregnancy. You are 10 months pregnant. (More on this in a moment!) Now be on the lookout for signs of labor! If you are looking for natural induction ideas, check out this article.

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So Is Pregnancy 9 or 10 Months?

We know pregnancy is 280 days, or 40 weeks, but how many months is it? Is it nine months? Or ten, as mentioned above? Let’s take a look at the math:

40 weeks divided by 4 weeks is 10 months.
40 weeks divided by 4.3 weeks (the length of the average month, as referenced above) is 9.3 months.
280 days divided by 30 (average days in a month) is 9. 3 months.

So which formula is right?! Technically, they all are!

How is that possible?

While your due date and the amount of time you’re pregnant doesn’t change, it’s the language being used that changes. Pregnancy is—on average—40 weeks, no matter what formula you use.

Figuring out the pregnancy weeks to months, on the other hand, depends on what number you’re using for the length of a month. When you use four, pregnancy seems to be 10 months. When you use the average number of days in a month, pregnancy is closer to nine months.

Pregnancy Trimesters

To make it even more confusing, months and weeks aren’t the only way to track your pregnancy. Trimesters are also important markers during pregnancy. So what weeks fall under what trimesters? Let’s break it down:

First Trimester

The first trimester begins on the first day of your last menstrual period and consists of 13 full weeks.

Pregnancy Charts – First Trimester

Second Trimester

The second trimester begins at the start of your 14th week. This trimester consists of 13 full weeks.

Pregnancy Charts – Second Trimester

Third Trimester

The third trimester begins after you’ve completed your 27th week, or at the start of your 28th week. This trimester is an outlier, lasting 14+ weeks.

Pregnancy Charts – Third Trimester

How Many Weeks Am I?

So here’s the big question: how many weeks are YOU? Use our due date calculator to find out. And don’t forget to bookmark this pregnancy weeks to months cheat sheet—you’ll need it!

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)
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. nine0028

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. nine0030 At the end of the month, the length of the embryo is about 1.5 cm.
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. nine0030 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. nine0028

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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. nine0030 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. nine0028

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. nine0030 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. nine0030 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. nine0030 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. nine0028

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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. nine0030 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. nine0030 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 and care | Clinic Elite

Tips for caring for a pregnant woman
Temperature increase
Fatigue
Symptoms requiring medical attention?
Anemia
Increased urination, sweating
Beli
Spotting
Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy
Chest
Scars
Skin darkening
Heartburn
Edema
Varicose veins
Convulsions
Hemorrhoids and constipation
Back pain
Physical education
Safety belt
Sexual intercourse
Smoking
Drinking alcohol

Recommendations for the care of a pregnant woman

Despite the fact that pregnancy is a normal state, it tires a woman's body. All organs must adapt to the new state. 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. nine0028

Fever

At the beginning of pregnancy, body temperature usually rises slightly, but this does not require treatment.
During pregnancy, you should not take any medication on your own initiative, even the most common flu medicine. Some medicines harm the fetus. You should always tell your doctor and dentist about your pregnancy in order to take it into account during treatment.

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Fatigue

Pregnancy affects women differently. Some of them feel better than ever before, while others feel very tired both in the first three months and in the last two to three months of pregnancy. A lot here depends on the physique. A large woman is easier to bear the weight of the loads than a small woman, for whom carrying 3-4 kilograms in the uterus is quite a lot of work.
Fatigue should be taken seriously. In the middle of the working day, you should try to rest, or at least sometimes raise your legs up. If fatigue continues for two weeks, you should consult a doctor. nine0028

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Symptoms requiring medical examination?

Constant itching of the skin. This may be a sign of liver dysfunction
Vomiting and nausea continuing after the fourth month of pregnancy
Unexpected weight gain is a sign of excessive accumulation of fluid in the body
Edema of legs and arms
Low hemoglobin, anemia
Burning sensation during urination may be a sign of inflammation of the urethra, which requires medical treatment
Severe headache

GO TO THE HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY IF:

blood comes out of the vagina
amniotic fluid will begin to leak
there is a sharp pain in the lower or upper abdomen

In these cases, there is a risk of preterm birth.

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Anemia

Fatigue can be a sign of anemia. Blood hemoglobin during pregnancy often decreases due to the fact that the amount of blood increases and the blood seems to be diluted. If necessary, the doctor or nurse will recommend iron supplements. Walking in the fresh air and vitamin C (obtained from fruits and vegetables) contribute to the absorption of iron. nine0028

Increased urination, sweating

At the beginning of pregnancy and especially before the next menstruation, the expectant mother often feels a vague pressure in the lower abdomen. This is due to the expansion of blood vessels and the acceleration of blood circulation. The need for urination increases especially at the end of pregnancy, when the enlarged uterus presses on the bladder. Fetal push can cause involuntary urination. During pregnancy, sweating also increases, as the entire metabolic process speeds up. Particular attention should be paid to hygiene. nine0028

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Leucorrhoea

During pregnancy, the discharge of leucorrhoea from the vagina usually increases. When they cause itching or have a strong odor, it is necessary to do an analysis, as these leucorrhoea can be a sign of inflammation. Washing is done with clean water without soap and sanitary napkins, which can irritate the mucous membrane. Douching is not recommended as it increases the risk of preterm birth.
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Bloody discharge

During pregnancy, menstruation does not appear because the uterine mucosa, which comes out during menstruation, is necessary for the development of pregnancy: a fertilized egg is attached to it. However, in the first two months of pregnancy, small spotting may occur when, in the absence of pregnancy, menstruation should have occurred. In addition, any bloody discharge from the vagina is an alarming sign, when it appears, you must immediately go to the hospital or see a doctor. nine0028

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Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy

Approximately half of pregnant women suffer from painful nausea in the first half of pregnancy, especially in the morning when the stomach is empty. This may be accompanied by dizziness and darkening of the eyes when getting out of bed. Nausea usually stops by the fourth month of pregnancy. Nausea can be relieved by eating, for example, wholemeal biscuits, crackers, a slice of bread, a glass of milk, etc., before getting out of bed. These "snacks" can be put in the evening by the bed. Get out of bed slowly and calmly. It's good to lie down for a while before getting up. nine0030 Nausea may appear unexpectedly during the day if the stomach is empty. Therefore, it is recommended to eat a little during the day.
However, severe, uncontrollable vomiting is not normal even during pregnancy. In this regard, you must consult a doctor.

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Breast

From the beginning of pregnancy, the mammary glands increase. They may become tender and swollen. From the second month of pregnancy, colostrum may ooze from the nipples. At this stage, the mammary glands are sensitive to cold and must therefore be kept warm. In winter, while walking, you can, for example, wrap your chest with a large woolen scarf. Swimming in cold water is not recommended. nine0030 It is good to massage the nipples with a basic cream, which is sold in a pharmacy, so that the skin of the nipples becomes rough and withstands sucking. If the nipples are small or inverted, they should be pulled out daily for several months before delivery to make it easier for the baby to latch onto them.

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Scars

Pregnant women, especially those who easily gain weight, may appear on the mammary glands, abdomen and thighs so-called. scars. These reddish stripes, resembling tears, turn pale in many and become almost invisible after childbirth. In the initial period, they can be lubricated with a base cream. nine0030 back to index

Darkening of the skin

During pregnancy, the skin usually darkens, especially the nipples and external genitalia. A brown line often looms from the lower abdomen to the navel. Dark spots may appear on the face. They turn pale after childbirth, but there are no special treatments for them.

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Heartburn

In the second half of pregnancy, heartburn usually torments you, and in order to avoid it, you should refrain from spicy foods, do not drink coffee and strong tea. Also, dishes fried in oil cause heartburn. nine0030 Consumption of soda and salt increases swelling. In the antenatal clinic you can get information about safe remedies for heartburn. It will disappear by itself after the birth of the child.
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Edema

Slight edema is common unless it is associated with increased blood pressure or protein excretion in the urine. A sharp excessive weight gain (for a mother of average height - over 500 g per week) is a sign of a violation of the normal state, so you should immediately contact a antenatal clinic or a doctor. nine0028

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Varicose veins

During pregnancy, varicose veins and spasms increase and become more prone to them, because the uterus presses on the veins. To reduce painful sensations in the second half of pregnancy, it is recommended to purchase a special bandage belt and elastic stockings. Stockings should be worn on the legs without getting out of bed. It is good to rest your legs in the middle of the day by lifting them perpendicularly upwards, and at night keep a pillow under them. Shoes should not compress the foot, not have very high heels. It is good to change shoes during the day. nine0030 back to index

Cramps

Those suffering from cramps are advised to stretch their legs by squeezing and stretching the fingers, straining and relaxing the legs from the knees. With convulsions, the knee is stretched, they are taken by the big toe and lift the leg up. Night socks also help.

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Hemorrhoids and constipation

The growing uterus puts pressure on the rectum and thereby increases the tendency to hemorrhoids. Constipation worsens hemorrhoids, so special attention should be paid to the diet. Constipation is reduced by fiber, which is contained, for example, in bread and porridge from whole grains, vegetables, berries and fruits, which should be consumed daily in large quantities. It is necessary to drink enough liquid, you can eat
add wheat bran, wheat kernels and dried fruits to stimulate bowel function. Physical exercise also contributes to the functions of the stomach.
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Back pain

When the abdomen grows, the back muscles experience a lot of stress, which is often felt as pain. Good posture, i.e. drawing in the abdomen (before it is possible during pregnancy) reduces pain. Good bras and a bandage and sufficiently spacious low-heeled shoes lighten the load on the back. It is best to sleep on a mattress that, while acquiring the shape of the back, simultaneously supports it. Tight muscles relax if they are gently massaged and rested. Strengthen the abdominal muscles and light exercise. Recommendations for proper exercise can be obtained from the antenatal clinic. nine0028

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Physical education

During pregnancy, it is important for a mother to strengthen her health by doing as much physical activity as possible, walking in the fresh air. The good physical condition of the mother contributes to the good health of the child. Physical activity can usually be continued until the end of pregnancy. However, just in case, you should avoid such sports and dances in which jumping, stretching and other sudden movements are performed. Also, due to the risk of inflammation and uterine contractions, one should carefully consider whether to bathe in cold water. Experience shows that a quiet daily walk is a very useful form of physical education. nine0030 Light housework also gives the necessary muscle load. Heavy domestic work, such as washing carpets by hand, increases the risk of miscarriage. Long-distance car trips or motorcycling are also not recommended. Flying in airplanes where the air pressure cannot be adjusted can make it difficult for the fetus to get oxygen.

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Safety belt

The obligatory use of the seat belt now also applies to those sitting in the rear seats. The current three-point safety belts are also reliable for the baby. However, sometimes the use of the belt is difficult towards the end of pregnancy. If the use of the belt is difficult due to illness, the doctor may issue a certificate exempting the use of the belt. nine0030 back to index

Sexual intercourse

Sexual intercourse is possible during the entire pregnancy, unless otherwise advised by the doctor. as then there is a risk of miscarriage. With an increase in the abdomen in sexual intercourse, you should try different positions. Some women feel tired at the beginning of pregnancy and have no desire to have sex, but usually sex during pregnancy is more pleasant than usual, since there is no need to take care of protection. If one of you has no desire for sexual intercourse, show affection to each other in other ways.

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