And thanks to that energy boost, your baby is mightier than ever — those stronger pokes and kicks prove it Just lie down on your left side after a snack if possible and start counting. Flutters, rolls, jabs, and hiccups count. If you're 29 weeks pregnant, you're in month 7 of your pregnancy.
Only 2 months left to go! Still have questions? Here's some more information on how weeks, months and trimesters are broken down in pregnancy. Though he's getting pretty close to his birth length, he still has to chub out a bit. In fact, over the next 11 weeks, he'll more than double — or even come close to tripling — his weight. As more fat is deposited under the skin surface, his wrinkled skin is smoothing out.
This white fat, as it's called, is different from the earlier brown fat your developing fetus accumulated. Brown fat is necessary for body temperature regulation, while white fat — the same kind you have — actually serves as an energy source.
Since space in your baby's living quarters is now at a premium, you'll be feeling jabs and pokes from elbows and knees, mostly. And they'll be more vigorous and less erratic than before because your baby is stronger and excitedly responding to all sorts of stimuli — movement, sounds, light and that candy bar you ate half an hour ago. That means now's a good time to start doing a kick count once or twice a day, depending on what your doctor recommends.
Plus, it's a good excuse for a rest. By week 29 of pregnancy, you may notice some new additions on your skin if you're like the roughly 20 percent of expectant moms who develop varicose veins. They pop up because your blood volume increases during pregnancy, your growing uterus is putting pressure on the pelvic veins and hormones are making your veins relax. Varicose veins can also occur in your rectum as hemorrhoids or even your vulva, but don't confuse them with purplish-red spider veins , which resemble — you guessed it — spiders.
Some pregnant women find varicose veins painful, while others have no discomfort at all. Like stretch marks, they can be passed on from generation to generation. If you want to prevent or minimize their appearance, your best bet is to keep your circulation going by avoiding standing or sitting for a long time. Aim to get in some daily exercise and try wearing special support hose, which can also be helpful.
Most of the time, varicose veins recede within a few months after delivery. Have you counted your baby's kicks today? Once you've passed week 28, you should be monitoring them every day. To make sure everything's A-okay inside, get into the habit of counting kicks once or twice a day, depending on what your doctor recommends. Best to do it lying down, since babies are more likely to perk up when Mom's resting — a pattern they tend to continue after they're born — or sitting if you're not comfortable on your back.
Count any and all movements, even swishes and rolls, until you hit If you haven't reached 10 within an hour, your little Rockette may just be taking a break right now, so have a light snack and try again — that blood sugar rush is likely to get baby back on the move.
Twenty-nine weeks pregnant is seven months pregnant. Figure out how to navigate double the baby by doubling up on support. Twenty-nine weeks pregnant weight gain is typically about 19 to 25 pounds. For women who are 29 weeks pregnant with twins, weight gain is around 23 to 38 pounds. Baby is starting to feel a bit crowded and, thanks to surging energy levels, is pretty active.
Baby should move 10 times within the span of an hour. One of those activities should wake baby up. Around this time, baby will turn head down in your baby bump in preparation for birth. Though about a quarter of babies may still be breech at this point, only about 3 to 4 percent remain breech at full term.
Sometimes you can tell what position baby is in by paying attention to where the big kicks are compared to the smaller punches. That means all those kicks and jabs are getting stronger.
You might even feel a subtle, repetitive twitch. You have maternity rights and if you're worried about your safety at work, then talk to your employer. You shouldn't be lugging anything around, and you may need extra breaks and somewhere to sit. You can also attend antenatal appointments during paid work time. It's a good time to tone up those muscles 'down under'.
Gentle exercises can help to prevent leakage when you laugh, sneeze, cough or jump around on your future baby's trampoline.
Get the muscles going by pretending that you're having a wee and then stop the 'urine' in midflow. Visit Tommys. Ask your midwife or doctor about online antenatal classes — they start around now. The charity Tommy's has lots of useful information on antenatal classes and preparing you for birth.
Ask your partner if they would like to take part in the antenatal classes. Even if you've had children before, they're still worth going to as you can meet other parents-to-be. The NCT offers online antenatal classes with small groups of people that live locally to you. Do your best to stop smoking , give up alcohol and go easy on the cappuccinos.
We know that's easy to say, but hard to do. Ask your midwife or GP for support. We can usually get enough vitamin D from sunlight, but between October and March it's best to take a vitamin D supplement every day. Just 10 micrograms is all you need it's the same for grown-ups and kids. It's worth checking if you're entitled to free vitamins.
Get moving! It's recommended that pregnant women do minutes of exercise throughout the week. You could start off with just 10 minutes of daily exercise - perhaps take a brisk walk outside.
Listen to your body and do what feels right for you. Don't eat for two! Eat for you. Now you're in the third trimester, you may need an extra calories a day, but that's not much. It's about the same as two slices of wholemeal toast and margarine. Try and eat healthily with plenty of fresh fruit and veg, and avoid processed, fatty and salty foods. You may be able to get free milk, fruit and veg through the Healthy Start scheme.
How are you today? Taking a childbirth preparation class is a great option, as these courses often teach relaxation techniques. Ask your healthcare provider for help finding one in your area. We also offer some free online childbirth education videos that you can access anytime.
If yes, your hospital or birthing center may allow you to take a tour of its facilities before your due date. This is also a great chance to plot the quickest route to the hospital, and to figure out logistics like parking and entrances.
If you do take a tour, you can ask hospital staff about their policies, including who is allowed in the delivery room and whether photography or videography is allowed. Have you decided who if anyone you want to be with you when you give birth?
Your birth partner might be your partner, or may be a close friend or relative. Your birth partner can do lots to support you during labor and delivery. They can keep you company, give massages, and encourage you. Your birth partner can also help you use those relaxation and breathing techniques that you might have learned at your prenatal classes. Consider how you plan to handle child care after your baby is born, particularly if you and your partner will be returning to work.
If you already have children, you may want to make arrangements for them to be looked after when you go into labor and in the first few days or weeks after your new baby comes home. What exactly does this involve, and why might it be offered? What are some symptoms at 29 weeks pregnant, or beyond, that you should definitely call your healthcare provider about?
How often will you need to come in for a checkup between now and the birth?
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