Your baby grows 2 1/2 inches this month and gains 2 pounds- now weighs 6 1/2 to 7 1/2 pounds and is about 20 inches long.
The amniotic fluid equals one quart.
Your baby settles down into a head down position, if it hasnt happened already.
Baby seems quieter since there is less space to move around.
It's definate sleep and activity periods continue.
It's eye color is slate blue, but that will probably change after birth.
It's finger nails become complete and may grow long.
All your baby's body systems and organs continue to mature; it will be ready to take that first breath of air, and grow, just as soon as it is born.
YOUR BODY
You see your abdomen getting bigger and wonder how much longer you have before birth.
The Braxton-Hicks contractions are more frequent now.
Your abdomen may look lopsided as your baby moves its arms and legs or shifts position.
You tire easily and frequently feel drowsy.
Your sleep may be interrupted by the need to urinate and/or shift positions.
Your feet and hands may swell.
You may feel pressure low in the pelvis from the baby settling into the position for birth.
Your stomach may have "dropped" from the baby settling(usually no more that 5 weeks left.)
You are tired of being pregnant, and you are ready for delivery where you can meet the precious being inside of you.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Get a prenatal check-up each week now until the baby arrives.
Limit any out-of-the-area-travel.
Plan now for a birth control method.
Pack your hospital bag full of goodies like incense, and candles(if your hospital allows it) hair scrunchies, and make-up, a good book, and a comfy outfit for both you and the baby to come home in.
List people and phone numbers to call when the baby arrives.
Take time to treat yourself, and your partner to something extra special for the both of you.
Cover your mattress and favorite chair with plastic just in case your water breaks!
I hope all of you enjoyed this section, and I personally would like to wish you all the very best of luck with your babies, and i would also like to congratulate you all on your new arrival!!