Week 35

Majority of your baby’s growth is complete by 35 weeks. Your baby’s kidneys are completely developed, and the liver is beginning to process waste. Because your baby has grown so much, you may notice a change in his/her movements as there is less room to move around. However, this does not mean you will not feel your baby move. You still - Frequent urination: Now that your baby is head-down in preparation for delivery, his or her head is pressing squarely on your bladder. The result? An urgent need to pee all the time. Do not worry as this will go away once the baby pops out. - Heartburn: Is your heartburn getting worse this week? That’s because your growing baby is taking over your abdomen and pushing your stomach up. Avoid eating while you’re lying down. Sleep problems are common this week. Try sleeping on your left side. A pregnancy pillow may also help. Some women find that sleeping in a recliner, or on an air mattress results in a better night’s rest. Don’t be afraid to experiment. You’ll need to save all your energy to get through labour. Also, now is the time to relax and pamper yourself, before the baby arrives. Consider having a pregnancy massage or enjoy a date night with your better half. Also, all the frequent trips to the bathroom should not be a deterrent in having liquids. Nourishing liquids have more than one benefit in your pregnancy—they not only keep you healthy but are super important for your baby as well.