Your Baby is Due
October 16, 2023

Your bump is getting bigger and your breasts are not far behind. It’s getting harder to see your knees and your belly button is probably popping out too. There’s not much space between your breasts and the start of your belly. It may be more comfortable for you to wear a bra most of the time, simply because of the weight of your breasts. Some pregnant women find they need breast support from a maternity bra whilst sleeping too.

Your baby continues to grow, the senses are functioning, and by week 32 the mind has started to function. Your baby still needs more time in the womb to continue maturation, and build up fat stores.

Breathing motions are now common, even though there is no air in your womb.

You’re probably still experiencing the normal pregnancy symptoms: Heartburn, shortness of breath, leg cramps, vaginal discharge, nosebleeds, hemorrhoids, varicose veins, fatigue, insomnia, leaky breasts, constipation, mood swings, stretch marks, contractions, and maybe even morning sickness again. Oh what fun!

Did you pack your hospital bag yet? If not, now is a good time to prepare it, just in case.

Keep a list of questions that you can ask your midwife/doctor each visit. It's important to feel relaxed, so if anything is worrying you, or if you are unsure about anything to do with your labor and birth, it's best to ask questions now to put your mind at rest.