Pregnancy

Contractions, water breaking, and excitement as labor begins.  You’re 40 weeks pregnant! You’ve reached your official due date, but don’t be surprised if your baby hasn’t arrived yet—only about 5% of babies are born exactly on their due date! Your baby is fully developed, just waiting for the right moment to enter the world, while […]

Increased cramping, mucus plug loss, and labor symptoms.  You’re 39 weeks pregnant! Your baby is full-term, and labor could begin at any moment. This week, your baby is finalizing last-minute development, while your body is preparing for birth. You might experience stronger labor signs, and excitement (or impatience!) is at an all-time high. Let’s explore

Intense nesting instinct, more frequent Braxton Hicks, and labor signs approaching.  You’re 38 weeks pregnant! Your baby is fully developed and could arrive any day now. With only two weeks until your due date, your body is showing signs of early labor, and your baby is finishing last-minute preparations for birth. Let’s explore your baby’s

More pelvic discomfort, cervical changes, and possible early labor signs.  You’re 37 weeks pregnant! You’re now considered “early term,” which means your baby could be born any day now and would likely be completely healthy! This week, your baby is finalizing growth, practicing movements, and preparing for labor. Meanwhile, your body is showing signs that

Frequent Braxton Hicks, baby settling into birth position, and lightening (baby dropping).  You’re 36 weeks pregnant! You’re now in your final month of pregnancy, and your baby is almost ready for birth! This week, your baby is gaining weight, practicing breathing, and moving into the final position. Meanwhile, your body is preparing for labor, and

More pressure on the bladder, increased back pain, and baby gaining weight.  You’re 35 weeks pregnant! With just five weeks to go, your baby is growing fast, strengthening their body, and making final preparations for birth. Meanwhile, your body is getting ready for labor, and third-trimester symptoms may be reaching their peak. Let’s explore your

Difficulty sleeping, Braxton Hicks contractions, and baby dropping lower.  You’re 34 weeks pregnant! You’re now in the final stretch, and your baby is getting stronger, practicing breathing, and settling into position for birth. Meanwhile, your body is preparing for labor, and third-trimester symptoms may be increasing. Let’s explore your baby’s development, changes in your body,

Pelvic pressure, swollen feet, and stronger baby hiccups. You’re 33 weeks pregnant! With only 7 weeks left until your due date, your baby is growing, fine-tuning essential functions, and getting into position for birth. Meanwhile, your body is preparing for labor, and symptoms may be increasing in intensity. Let’s explore your baby’s development, changes in

Increased fatigue, growing belly, and baby shifting downward.  You’re 32 weeks pregnant! You’re now 8 months along, and your baby is growing rapidly, fine-tuning vital systems, and getting into position for birth. Meanwhile, your body is preparing for labor, and third-trimester symptoms may be intensifying. Let’s explore your baby’s development, changes in your body, and

Back pain, shortness of breath, and baby moving in a predictable pattern. You’re 31 weeks pregnant! With less than 10 weeks to go, your baby is growing rapidly, developing final skills, and getting ready for birth. Meanwhile, your body is adjusting to the extra weight, increased baby movements, and new third-trimester symptoms. Let’s explore your