Thirty Sixth Week Of Pregnancy
Time is flying! You are 8 months pregnant. Your baby can decide to arrive any day now! So be prepared.
How big is my baby at 36 weeks? Watch Video
At 36 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the length of a head of a romaine lettuce. He or she measures about 18.7 inches and weighs around 5.8 pounds.
In the last weeks of pregnancy, most babies will turn toward the birth canal.Very soon, your doctor will check if your baby’s head is down by your cervix. By now your baby should move into this position, but do not worry, if your baby hasn’t turned yet.
At 36 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the length of a head of a romaine lettuce. He or she measures about 18.7 inches and weighs around 5.8 pounds.
In the last weeks of pregnancy, most babies will turn toward the birth canal.Very soon, your doctor will check if your baby’s head is down by your cervix. By now your baby should move into this position, but do not worry, if your baby hasn’t turned yet.
Pregnancy symptoms- Watch Video
You may continue to experience pregnancy symptoms which you had in previous weeks of pregnancy.At this week, you will be able to breathe more deeply. This is because your baby may descend into your pelvis by now and your lungs will have more space.
You may continue to experience pregnancy symptoms which you had in previous weeks of pregnancy.At this week, you will be able to breathe more deeply. This is because your baby may descend into your pelvis by now and your lungs will have more space.
Your baby is now putting more pressure on your pelvis.
Vaginal discharge may increase as your body is getting ready for birth. So, look out for signs of labor such as-
- Watery discharge (which can be amniotic fluid)
- Blood-tinged discharge
- Mucus-like discharge (which can be mucus plug)
Care tips- Watch Video
- Continue eating healthy and balanced meals.
- Take naps whenever you can.
- Pack your bag and snacks for the hospital.
Things to know- Watch Video
If you think, you may be experiencing contractions or any other signs of labor such as vaginal bleeding, fluid leakage, or severe abdominal pain, then do not wait to call your doctor.
If you think, you may be experiencing contractions or any other signs of labor such as vaginal bleeding, fluid leakage, or severe abdominal pain, then do not wait to call your doctor.
