3rd Trimester Of Pregnancy
The final few weeks of your pregnancy will put the most strain on your body. Extra weight will cause back pain, breasts will be at their largest, and you may suffer from mild contractions. Swelling may also cause your ankles, face, and hands to become puffier than usual. Fatigue will usually set in after the 2nd trimester due to extra weight, broken sleep patterns, and stress from upcoming delivery. The baby is now pressing down on your bladder so urination is more frequent than ever. If you notice discharges are heavy or blood-colored, visit you doctor. It may be a sign that you lost your mucus plug and are dilating for labor.
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- Q Is it safe to drink alcohol in my third trimester of pregnancy?
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No amount of alcohol has been proven safe during pregnancy. To ensure your baby's health and safety, don't drink alcohol while you're pregnant. Alcohol includes beer, wine, wine coolers and liquor. If you need help to stop drinking alcohol, tell your... Full Answer
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- Q What does it mean if a baby is born late preterm?
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Late preterm means that a baby is born after 34 weeks but before 37 weeks of pregnancy. It's important to try to have your baby as close to 39 weeks of pregnancy as possible. In the last few weeks of pregnancy, your baby's organs, like his brains, lungs... Full Answer
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- Q Why shouldn't I drink wine during the last weeks of my pregnancy?
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There is no safe kind of alcohol to drink while pregnant. This includes wine and beer. There is also no known safe amount or safe time during pregnancy to drink alcohol. CDC urges pregnant women not to drink alcohol at any time during... Full Answer
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- Q Why should I count my baby's movements during late pregnancy?
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Changes in your baby's movements may reflect changes in her well-being. Some doctors recommend doing fetal movement counts, which involve keeping a record of the number of times your baby moves during the later part of your pregnancy. Because each baby... Full Answer
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- Q I feel stronger kicks now at the end of the 3rd trimester. Is this ok?
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It is normal that the kicks you feel get stronger as you progress in the third trimester. The space in your womb gets smaller as your baby gains weight, so the kicks and punches are going to feel stronger . Also, your baby is getting some strength as the... Full Answer
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- Q What is important to know for the 3rd trimester of my pregnancy?
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During the third trimester, it is important to know how much your baby is growing and to eat the right nutrients to help this growth. You should also know during this period what changes are normal and what changes you should be concerned about. Know the... Full Answer
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- Q How might my actions affect my baby during the 3rd trimester?
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You need to get enough nutrients during the third trimester so that your baby is at a healthy weight at birth. Keep all of your prenatal appointments, because some of the testing done now is for illnesses that can seriously hurt your baby if not treated.... Full Answer
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- Q Why is it hard to sleep during the third trimester of pregnancy?
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In the last weeks of pregnancy, most women have difficulty sleeping at night. It's hard to find a comfortable position, and just about the time you do, you have to get up to go to the bathroom again. Your baby may be on a different schedule than you are,... Full Answer
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- Q What happens in the third trimester of pregnancy?
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During the third trimester of pregnancy, you may begin to feel more uncomfortable as your baby grows. Backaches, heartburn, weight gain, and hemorrhoids may become part of everyday life. However, these physical discomforts may pale in comparison with the... Full Answer
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- Q Why should I tour a hospital a few weeks before I give birth?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineAsk the hospital for a tour of the facilities a few weeks beforehand. This will give you the opportunity to check everything out, ask questions, and inquire about the availability of birthing balls or tubs. Plus, just seeing the place where you'll... Full Answer
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