Lately, it might seem like your body has a mind of its own. And maybe it does! See what's up — and what's next — with our week-by-week guide. Now, most of your pregnancy symptoms are caused by your uterus continuing to grow.
In your 29th week of pregnancy, nutrition and physical activity can help you cope with many of your 3rd-trimester pregnancy symptoms. Many women begin to slow their activity in the 29th week of pregnancy and beyond, which is normal. Breast milk is best for your baby Breast milk is best for babies. Baby's Growth and Development When You're 29 Weeks Pregnant Your baby in the 29th week of pregnancy might be best described as long and strong!
Your baby probably weighs almost 3 pounds. From crown to rump she is about 10 inches long, about the length of a large cucumber. Your baby's activity probably keeps getting more frequent and stronger during the 29th week of pregnancy. Hold on — some of your baby's jabs even might take your breath away! Your baby already might be within almost three inches of her birth length , although she still has weight to gain to fill out.
During the next 11 weeks, she might more than double or almost triple her current weight. Much of this weight will happen as she gains important weight under her skin. You occasionally might notice Braxton-Hicks contractions false labor as your body prepares for labor. Ready for more of the same? Most of your late-pregnancy symptoms are familiar by now. Look for some of these symptoms in the weeks to come.
View the symptoms. Weight gain: Most women average about a pound a week or about 4 pounds a month. 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. If you were to look at a 29 weeks pregnant ultrasound, you may see that baby is growing white fat deposits under the skin, and their energy is surging because of it! Alternatively, donating the cord blood means that it will be available to anyone who is a match. Take care of your boobs Your breasts probably feel really weird right now.
They might feel itchy, tight and heavy, they might have heat rash or they might be leaking colostrum already. Moisturize, wear a comfortable, breathable bra you may need to buy a larger size bra once or twice during pregnancy and consider getting breast pads early for any leaking. Between swelling, loose joints and the return of exhaustion, your whole body probably feels all worn out.
Put your feet up to reduce swelling and aching, and get your rest when you can. Medical content was reviewed November by Sherry A. Getting Pregnant. Popular links under Pregnancy First Trimester. Iron helps your body maintain and replenish red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body and prevent anemia.
Moms-to-be need at least 30 milligrams of iron each day, which can come from iron-rich foods like beef or pork liver, beans, and fortified whole-grain cereals and oatmeal. Your healthcare provider will likely keep an eye on your iron levels and prescribe an iron supplement, if necessary. You can get this much calcium from just a few slices of whole grain bread, or from cheese, broccoli, or yogurt. Overall, during this last trimester, you need about extra calories each day, and at 29 weeks pregnant, you can expect your weight gain to be about one pound each week from now until the end of your pregnancy, or approximately 12 pounds, assuming you were in the normal BMI range before your pregnancy and that you give birth at 40 weeks.
Learn more about weight gain during pregnancy. At 29 weeks pregnant, here are some of the symptoms you may be experiencing:. Varicose veins. They occur when your growing uterus puts pressure on the major veins that move blood from your lower body to your heart.
To relieve any discomfort, try not to sit or stand for long periods of time, and elevate your feet whenever possible to improve circulation. Wearing support hose can also help — just make sure the style you choose does not constrict at the thigh or the knee.
Your body is continuously working to nourish and support your baby at 29 weeks pregnant, which takes quite a bit of energy. At 29 weeks pregnant, you may want to try sleeping with a pillow under your belly for support. Keep exercising, if you can, because this will help keep your energy levels up. Leg cramps. This is a common complaint during pregnancy, and medical experts aren't sure what causes them.
Painful cramps in your calves can sometimes strike at night, interrupting your sleep. To ward them off, or at least to ease the discomfort, try stretching your legs before you go to bed.
If a cramp does strike, flex your foot upward and then point it back down a few times. A gentle calf massage can also help. Shortness of breath. Seeing your new baby for this first time may take your breath away, but until that moment comes, you may experience a different type of breathing difficulty.
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