29th week of pregnancy - the most intense period in the development of your baby.

With each passing day, the baby develops new abilities and new organs. The amount of amniotic fluid in the uterus also increases, which leads to weight gain of the expectant mother.

29th week of pregnancy - what month is it? How is the mother this week?

The 29th week of pregnancy is the beginning of the 7th month. During this period, the woman notices more changes in her body. In the 29th week of pregnancy, the belly is already visible and resembles a small ball. The uterus is stretched, so the mother may feel that she cannot take a deep breath. Do not worry - the baby can gently press on the diaphragm. If shortness of breath occurs more frequently, it is worth limiting activity and taking rest, focusing on preparing for birth and completing the postpartum period.

Some mothers complain of swollen legs and feet, but this is not the rule. The swelling does not go down until after the birth, but mothers endure it bravely and wait patiently for the baby to be born. The swelling is reduced by gentle exercise combined with rest, and it is good to put the legs up. In the 29th week of pregnancy, the mother is also at risk of a urinary tract infection, so she must take extra care. She should drink plenty of fluids to flush bacteria from the bladder.

The nap will have a positive effect on her mood. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to synchronize it with the baby's rhythm. When the mother is asleep, he is usually most active. The baby sleeps when the mother is moving. The reason for this is the rocking sensation that accompanies him at this time.

In the 29th week of pregnancy, the mother's weight increases, which is due to the accumulation of more amniotic fluid in the uterus. The baby also grows, which is good news.

29th week of pregnancy - movements and weight of the baby

In the 29th week of pregnancy, your baby should weigh about 1,300 g. It will gain another 2,000 g before it is born. It will be up to 40 cm long. The baby will move less now. He is growing, so it will be harder and harder for him to stay straight. During the ultrasound scan at 29 weeks of pregnancy, the mother can see what her baby looks like now.

29th week of pregnancy - what does the baby look like?

The little one finally resembles a chubby newborn! It is gaining weight and accumulating fat. It already has a well-developed sense of smell, so it can distinguish its mother's scent right after birth. The baby's other senses develop just as quickly. At the beginning of the 29th week, the baby can see shadows, so light can irritate it. If it becomes restless, its mother can talk to it. Her voice will be soothing.

The baby's thermoregulatory system begins to develop at this time of pregnancy. Some babies lose their lanugo (the fuzz that helps keep their bodies warm), others still have it the day they are born.