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Congratulations! You’ve made it to the 3rd trimester of your pregnancy! Two down and one to go for you to finally meet your newborn baby. It’s been a rough journey but the finish line is just around the corner. During the 3rd trimester, the developments in your body and your baby will be fast and every day you’ll see new changes. Here’s everything you need to know about your 28th week of pregnancy:
28 weeks pregnancy symptoms
For many women, pregnancy symptoms come and go with some early pregnancy symptoms continuing even through your 28th week of pregnancy. During week 28, you can expect to experience some or all of the following pregnancy symptoms:
- Swollen limbs
- Shortness of breath
- Heartburn
- Lower back pain
- Pelvic pain
- Leaking breasts
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Sleeping problems
- Memory problems
- Frequent urination
- Braxton Hicks contractions
- Dizziness
- Hot flashes
- Leg cramps
- Thicker and shinier hair
28 weeks pregnant belly
Via: Huggies – 28 weeks pregnant
During 28 weeks of pregnancy, your baby weighs almost 1 kg and is around 37.5 cm. That’s almost the size of a pineapple. As your baby continues to grow, your pregnant belly starts to suffer from more pressure which can result in sensitivity to certain foods such as oily and fatty foods, salty foods, and even spicy foods. You’ll also feel increased back pain which can be relieved with back stretches and back strengthening exercises.
It’s important to stay hydrated as your skin stretches and apply moisturizing creams and anti-stretch mark creams to help avoid itchiness and reduce the risk of stretch marks.
28 weeks pregnancy checklist
As you start your third trimester, it’s time to prepare for your delivery and make sure you do these things:
- Practice Kegel exercises
- Consider delivery options
- Start planning for your baby shower
- Prepare your baby nursery
- Schedule maternity leave
- Read postpartum recovery books
Further reading:
- Pregnancy Week by Week: 27 Weeks Pregnant
- Pregnancy Tests: When and How to Take a Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy Essentials Checklist Every Mom-to-be Needs
Sources used in this article:
- 28 weeks pregnant – Pampers
- 28 weeks pregnant – Flo
- Week by week pregnancy guide – NHS
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