In the 31st week of pregnancy you may feel quite tired. No wonder - the belly in the 31st week of pregnancy is already large enough that it is difficult to force yourself to exercise.

Contents:

  1. 31. week of pregnancy: how is your baby developing?
  2. 31. week of pregnancy: what's happening to you?
  3. 31. week of pregnancy: the most important recommendations

31. week of pregnancy: how is your baby developing?

In the 31st week of pregnancy, the fetus weighs approximately 1400-1600 g, measures approximately 45 cm. This data is approximate, because at this stage of pregnancy, the size of the fetuses may differ significantly.

The baby's body is fully formed, but individual systems, organs and organs are constantly improving. In the 31st week of pregnancy, the immune system is formed: the fetus begins to take over the antibodies from the mother, thanks to which it will be resistant to many diseases for some time after birth.

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The senses of the baby in the 31st week of pregnancy are developed: he can already taste, hear the sound, see the light. Your baby not only feels but also thinks - in the 31st week of pregnancy, the connections between neurons are made in the brain. From that moment on, the fetus is able to process information and use all its senses to perceive the stimuli that reach it.

When a baby is awake, he swallows amniotic fluid, which provides him with several dozen calories a day. However, this is not only a digestive exercise or diet diversification, but also a way to relieve stress - some little ones have been found to swallow much more amniotic fluid than before when they are restless.

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By observing the fetal movements in the 31st week of pregnancy, you can already deduce what the child's temperament will be in the future: if the baby is calm, it will probably also be so after birth, but when he fidgeting and pushing forward, on the other side of his abdomen it will be just as energetic.

In the 31st week of pregnancy, the baby should be placed head down. If he has not changed position so far, he will probably stay this way and a caesarean section will be necessary.

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31. week of pregnancy: what's happening to you?

In the 31st week of pregnancy, you have the right to get angry, cry, complain about fatigue or sleep problems - it is completely normal at the end of pregnancy. It is also normal to fear childbirth and mood swings that make you feel euphoric and then fall into black despair. Almost every expectant mother experiences such changing feelings before giving birth.

Don't worry if you sway side to side when you walk and maybe you don't fit into your favorite maternity pants anymore - the ligaments in your pelvis have already loosened in preparation for childbirth, so your hips are wider. After a while after giving birth, everything will return to normal.

You may now feel a great appetite and gain weight rapidly - this is because at the end of pregnancy, your baby will grow very quickly.

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Heartburn, frequent visits to the toilet, neuralgia, sciatica, pressure under the ribs - these are also completely normal complaints, and fortunately transient - they will disappear without a trace after childbirth.

You've probably got used to the fact that the uterus hardens regularly - you will feel such painless contractions now regardless of the time of day. Braxton-Hicks contractions are a sign that your uterus is constantly preparing for labor.

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31. week of pregnancy: the most important recommendations

If you have not done the tests recommended in the 7th month of pregnancy so far, it is worth making an appointment. The more that there are a lot of them - you will have an ultrasound, blood count, general urine test, immune antibodies, as well as cytology, if you have not done it before. During the visit at this time, the doctor will also check the fetal heart function - CTG.

Even if your stomach makes it difficult for you to move around, don't give up on your activity - the more active you are, the easier it will be for you to do all your activities. As long as the doctor sees no contraindications, you can still swim, exercise, walk. You don't have to give up on intercourse either.

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Many future mothers in their 31st week of pregnancy feel compelled to finish various matters at work with the upcoming maternity leave in mind. Responsibilities are important, but don't forget to rest - you shouldn't overexert yourself. During the day, be sure to take time to lie down in peace with your legs up, or at least be able to pull them out for several minutes - this helps to prevent varicose veins.

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If you suffer from painful leg cramps, take care of the menu - you should eat morenuts, groats, legumes, because they are good sources of magnesium, as well as bananas and tomatoes - they contain potassium, which also reduces the risk of cramps.

Ailments typical of pregnancy, familiar to you from previous weeks - such as breast pain, dizziness, bleeding gums, vaginal discharge, constipation, swelling, or back pain, can still bother you. Unfortunately, you will have to endure them until the birth - it will be better later!

In the 31st week of pregnancy, you should not wear rings or wedding rings - when your fingers are swollen, it will be difficult to remove your jewelry, which may contribute to circulatory disorders in the hand.

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