What does my pregnancy look like at 29 weeks?

How does my baby grow at 29 weeks?

At 29 weeks, your baby is around 38 or 39 cm and weighs over a kilo.

Your baby’s body is now fully formed. So from now on, it’s just a matter of your baby gaining fat, growing in size, and maturing their organs.

The greasy, white layer of ‘vernix’ that coats your baby is starting to disappear now. This substance was previously there to stop your baby’s skin from drying out, but now your body is preparing for birth in around 11 weeks’ time.

Your baby’s brain is maturing at a rapid rate. It’s busy forming neurons, which will help them learn and develop once they’re born.

Their hearing is mature enough to recognise your voice and hear your heartbeat. This helps them distinguish your voice as soon as they’re born! You may also notice a pattern in their movements, with their own sleeping and waking patterns.

What are the pregnancy symptoms at 29 weeks?

Hot flushes, cramps, and indigestion are common symptoms during pregnancy, and most women experience them in their second and third trimesters to varying degrees. You may feel hot due to pregnancy hormones increasing blood flow to your skin, making you feel warmer. Because your body feels warm, it will sweat more. Also, your skin may look slightly blotchy, especially around your face, chest, and neck.

Loose cotton and linen clothing can help alleviate symptoms, as can spritzing your face with cold water to cool yourself down. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water to keep yourself well hydrated.

What else do I need to know about being 29 weeks pregnant?

You may experience some swelling in your hands and feet. Don’t worry, this is usually a normal part of pregnancy! The cause of this may be water retention, so resting and lifting up your feet can help ease the symptoms. However, if your symptoms don’t ease up or get worse, mention this to your doctor so they can measure your blood pressure and rule out anything serious.

Piles, which are swellings in and around your bottom, can happen during pregnancy. They can be very uncomfortable and are possibly caused by your veins relaxing due to pregnancy hormones. Try eating food that’s high in fibre to avoid hard poos, and use a cloth wrung out in ice water to relieve the pain by pressing it against the piles.

Don't forget to book into antenatal classes and to perform your pelvic floor exercises as you head into the final ten weeks of your pregnancy.

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