Third Trimester
Week 39 of Pregnancy
Babies born at 39 weeks are at the ideal gestational age - lungs, brain and organs are completely ready.
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Size of a
Mini Watermelon
50.7cm
Length
50.7cm
Weight
3.3kg
Highlight
Babies born at 39 weeks are at the ideal gestational age - lungs, brain and organs are completely ready.
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Baby's Development
- •Fully mature and ready for the outside world.
- •The brain will continue to develop for years after birth.
- •Your baby is in their final position for birth.
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How You Might Feel
- •Increased pressure in the pelvis.
- •Contractions may become more regular.
- •Emotions are running very high - completely normal!
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Tips This Week
- •Know the signs of labour and when to call the hospital.
- •Try to stay active - walking can help bring on labour.
- •Eat dates - research suggests they may help cervical ripening!