The finishing weeks of third trimester are always crucial as it decides the mode of delivery, baby development and many other things. As a mother you would be anxious to know about the things that are going to happen in forthcoming weeks. As you enter the 35th week you can expect an early delivery or in normal course the big day will be few weeks away. These weeks come with marked changes in the body of fetus and mother. Some of these come totally unexpected therefore you must get acquainted with the possibilities. Here is a brief guide for mothers that are 34 or 35 week pregnant.
34 week
If you have entered the 35th week or completed the 34th one you would be truly worried about early labor. But according to a research, babies born in these weeks are totally healthy and could survive in the outer world. At this stage the lungs and breathing systems of fetus are properly developed. Your baby when you are 34 weeks pregnant would be around 45 cms from top to toe and quickly gathering weight with the fat layer development. It is this week that you would notice a strange sensation in pelvic region that could be pain or simple tingling. This is caused by the activity in pelvic region that is termed as loosening where the body is preparing for labor.
As every pregnancy is different be ready for conditions like indigestion, tingling in legs, sore hips etc and bring them to notice of midwife or your doctor. This week you also need to do certain preparations such as preparing the bag for hospital, listing the things you need, buying accessories or furniture for baby and so on.
35 week
At this stage your baby is occupying all the space present in your uterus and hence you might notice some reduction in movements. Your baby has developed many vital systems and part such as fingernails, toenails, kidneys, liver, ears or hearing ability and so on. The fetus now measures around 46 cms and is doing a lot of stretching. The liver is now producing some quantities of waste products and functioning normally. You as a mother would increasingly feel breathless due to the pressure of baby on ribs. It is a good idea to start chatting with the baby regularly as he/she could hear you properly. Another condition that would haunt you in these final days is indigestion as the intestines are crushing.
The 35 weeks pregnant mothers should start thinking about the baby's name with some vital preparations. The first thing you need to get stocked up is disposable nappies. Apart from this contemplate over breastfeeding and buy accessories such as nursing bras etc if required. Buying a baby car seat is also an important purchase this time.
The time when a mother is 35 or 34 weeks pregnant is a crucial one as it decides the health and delivery of baby. If you have any questions in mind prepare a list and ask your midwife or doctor on next visit.
