34 week of pregnancy - what happens?

Beginning from the 34th week, future moms, who were very upset because of the probability of abortion or preterm birth, can breathe a sigh of relief. Even if the baby hurries to be born before the due date, he is already quite ready for existence outside the mother's tummy. From this point of view, 34 weeks of pregnancy can rightfully be considered the happiest. Well, more about the features of the development of crumbs in this period and about the sensations already by the order of the exhausted woman, we will tell you in this article.

Features of fetal development at 34 weeks of gestation

Every day the baby becomes more and more like a newborn, although the latter do not really shine with beauty immediately after birth, but, nevertheless, it looks much better than it was a week ago. The little man has cheeks (this is due to the intense sucking of his finger, that is, careful preparation for breastfeeding), the hair becomes thicker and darker, the formed ears already move away from the head, and the subcutaneous fat appears on the body. In addition, the baby's face already has individual traits and soon after birth, parents no longer have to argue against whom their child will look like. The skin of the crumb is smoothed and becomes lighter, the lanugo is gradually disappearing, and instead of it a layer of original lubricant is created, which is necessary for passage through the birth canal.

At 34 weeks of gestation, the weight of the fetus is 2-2.5 kg, and its size is about 42 cm. Moreover, the body of the baby is still disproportionate: the head diameter is on average 84 mm, the transverse size of the chest is 87 mm, and the tummy is 90 mm.

Despite the fact that the baby is conditionally ready for birth, his internal organs and systems continue to improve:

• bones are strengthened, so mother still needs to monitor her diet;
• prepares to begin intensive work of the gastrointestinal tract. The crumb constantly swallows the amniotic fluid, thereby imitating the process of eating;
• the kidneys have already begun to perform their immediate function - a half liter of crystalline urine returns daily to amniotic fluid;
• the baby has his own taste preferences;
• intensively work the adrenal glands of the baby, while developing a hormone that stimulates the beginning of lactation;
• its formation is completed by the nervous system;
• The heart and breathing apparatus are prepared for the new conditions of existence.

Fetal movements at the 34th week of pregnancy can be of a non-permanent nature. Many mothers note that the child has become less active. This may be due to the fact that the baby is preparing for birth or he simply does not have enough space. However, if the crumb for a long time does not make itself felt - it will not be superfluous to make sure that he is all right and will turn to the doctor. Also cause for concern may be too active movements of the fetus at 34 weeks of pregnancy. Since, thus, a little man tries to convey that he is not feeling well, most likely, he does not have enough oxygen.

What happens to the mother at 34 weeks gestation?

In addition to training fights, 34 weeks of pregnancy brings other, not the most pleasant sensations. A huge stomach presses on the bladder, so the pregnant woman becomes a frequent guest in the restroom. It's getting harder to fall asleep, as the peak of activity of some children falls just on the time of a night's sleep. Yes, and a pose that is convenient for recreation, it is quite difficult to pick up at such a time.

The weight of the mother at 34 weeks of pregnancy is increased by 10-12 kg, in the event that the increase is more - this is an occasion to revise the diet and regimen.

In addition, a woman may be worried about back pain, swelling, and sometimes nausea.