Contents
- What happens to the baby at 33 weeks
- Fetal ultrasound
- Photo life
- What happens to mom at 33 weeks
- What sensations can you experience in 33 week
- Popular questions and answers
- When should I start preparing the pelvis for childbirth and should it be done at all?
- What do you need to take to the hospital?
- How do you know when it’s time to go to the hospital?
- Is it possible to have sex?
- What to do if the temperature rises?
- What to do if it pulls the lower abdomen?
- How to eat right?
What happens to the baby at 33 weeks
At the 33rd week of pregnancy, the baby is almost ready for life outside the mother’s womb, but some of its organs are not yet perfect.
By this time, the child’s face becomes more rounded, from time to time he opens his eyes and squints. Fluff hair on the body of the crumbs is becoming less and less.
Meconium has accumulated in the intestines of the child (it is also called “original feces”), it will depart a few hours after birth. However, there are situations when meconium is excreted right in the mother’s womb, this happens during fetal hypoxia. This situation carries certain risks, because the baby breathes amniotic fluid and meconium can get into the baby’s lungs.
It is possible to assume the presence of meconium during ultrasound, but more often everything manifests itself already in the process of childbirth.
Fetal ultrasound
A little more than a month remains before the birth of the baby. Finally, you can once again go for an ultrasound, let the doctor indicate the approximate date of birth. In some cases, ultrasound at this stage of pregnancy is mandatory. For example, if the doctor has concerns about the well-being of the baby, he does not move for a long time or some problems were noticed at the third screening. If everything is in order, relax and wait for the onset of labor – in the maternity hospital, all mothers in any case undergo an ultrasound examination.
Photo life
The length of the child at this time is approximately 45-47 cm, and its weight is 2500-2600 grams. The baby itself is already the size of a jackfruit. From now on, he will gain about 200 grams every week.
– At this time, the pregnant belly is quite large. The height of the fundus of the uterus – we call the distance from the beginning of the pubis to the very upper wall of the uterus – 35-36 cm is normal (small deviations of +/-1 cm are not a pathology), – explains obstetrician-gynecologist Regina Sadikova.
A photo of the abdomen at 33 weeks of gestation eloquently hints that there is very little time left before the baby is born. The size and shape of all women is different, since it depends on the height and weight of the mother, on the width of the bone. But the size of the child has nothing to do with this, so it’s impossible to determine from one photo whether the baby will be large or thin.
What happens to mom at 33 weeks
At the 33rd week of pregnancy from conception, the mother may have problems sleeping. There is nothing surprising in this – you are worried about the upcoming birth, for the health of the baby. However, it is best to relax and learn to cope with this excitement, because there are already sleepless nights ahead of you, it will not be superfluous to sleep off now.
Talk to your partner about what worries you. You may be surprised, but many men share the same fears and expectations. Talking to your doctor will also help you calm down. The specialist will dispel all worries and instill confidence.
A good way to prepare for childbirth will be special courses. In the company of other mothers, you can relax, discuss exciting moments, learn more about what lies ahead. Why worry? Pregnancy happens several times in life, try to enjoy this rare condition.
From now on, always have an exchange card on hand (a document that a woman receives when registering, it contains all the information about the course of pregnancy), because if the birth starts ahead of time, there will be no time to look for it.
What sensations can you experience in 33 week
– When 33-34 weeks of pregnancy come from conception, the well-being of a pregnant woman can hardly be called good. An enlarged uterus puts pressure on nearby organs: the stomach (this is a constant feeling of heartburn and heaviness), the diaphragm and lungs (sometimes it is even difficult for her to breathe). For some pregnant women, the stomach “drops” already at this time and new inconveniences are added – frequent trips to the toilet, – explains obstetrician-gynecologist Regina Sadikova.
During this time, a woman may periodically experience false contractions, or Braxton Higgs contractions. During them, the uterus contracts irregularly, they begin suddenly and end just as suddenly. Do not be afraid, this is still childbirth, just the uterus is training.
Sometimes there are sensations of tingling, changes in sensitivity. They are due to the fact that the uterus presses on the nerve endings.
– At these times it is difficult to bend over to put on shoes or even just take care of yourself, it is difficult to lie comfortably on the bed, restless sleep will make itself felt by daytime fatigue and drowsiness. In addition, various thoughts appear in the head – fear, uncertainty. During this period, the support of loved ones is especially important, says the obstetrician-gynecologist.
Monthly
The appearance of spotting in the last months of pregnancy can be due to various reasons, but they all require medical supervision. Why might they arise?
Firstly, spotting appears with placenta previa, when it is located in the lower sections of the uterus, partially or completely blocking the area of uXNUMXbuXNUMXbthe internal pharynx.
Secondly, the blood may be signs of the onset of placental abruption. If a small area has moved away, a hematoma may form. In this case, the vessels of the uterus will become clogged and the placenta will not exfoliate further. If marginal abruption of the placenta occurs, then scarlet blood is released from the genital tract. If the color of the discharge is rather brown, then apparently some time has passed from the moment of detachment to the start of bleeding. With a mild form of detachment, there is little blood, and the uterus feels good. In severe cases, the bleeding is quite strong, abdominal pain can be felt, sometimes tachycardia, dizziness appear.
If the detachment progresses, the child will begin oxygen starvation, which is dangerous for his life.
Other reasons for the appearance of blood can be pathological changes in the uterus – erosion, ectopia, oncological processes, polyps. Blood is released in case of premature birth.
Naturally, any mother at the first such manifestation of blood should immediately contact her doctor.
Stomach ache
Pain during long periods of pregnancy is a common occurrence. They don’t just happen in the stomach.
– The lower back may hurt due to a shift in the center of gravity, pain in the sacrum may appear due to softening of the pelvic bones, pain in the legs due to edema, chest pain due to swelling of the mammary glands, pain in the head due to a large load on circulatory system,” says obstetrician-gynecologist Regina Sadikova.
Pain in the abdomen often occurs during training bouts. They happen, by the way, not all women. Such contractions are easy to distinguish from real ones because they are irregular and not intense. Women who have previously had a caesarean may also experience pain in the area of the scar on the uterus.
If the pain is quite severe and is accompanied by bleeding, you need to urgently call an ambulance, as this may be a sign of placental abruption.
However, abdominal pain may not be related to the uterus. Pregnant women often develop renal and hepatic colic, appendicitis reminds of itself. All this also requires treatment.
Brown discharge
– Normal discharge at this time should not be plentiful, they are light, odorless. Color changes indicate that the expectant mother needs a consultation with a gynecologist. Pink or brown discharge can be cervical, bloody bright discharge is dangerous – this may indicate placental abruption, the obstetrician-gynecologist warns.
Popular questions and answers
When should I start preparing the pelvis for childbirth and should it be done at all?
What do you need to take to the hospital?
Secondly, you need clothes and household items for the period of childbirth: a pair of T-shirts, a bathrobe, comfortable shorts, rubber slippers. Useful towels, household chemicals – shampoo, soap, toothpaste. Be sure to grab pads, they are needed both before and after childbirth.
Thirdly, you need to take things for the baby. In the maternity hospital, diapers and undershirts are usually provided, but it is better to grab a few items of clothing from home. Pampers will also come in handy, but you don’t have to take a lot of them, because you can’t know the size in advance. Especially at the maternity hospital they are usually sold.
Fourth, take care of your breasts. You need to take pads for her, cotton pads, ointment for cracked nipples, any disinfectants and, of course, a nursing bra.
Fifth, do not forget the dishes: a cup, a plate, a spoon, etc. It usually makes no sense to remind about the phone, charging, a book and other important little things.
How do you know when it’s time to go to the hospital?
In some cases, you need to go without waiting for contractions:
• at the outflow of amniotic fluid;
• with the appearance of bright bleeding;
• if the fetus has stopped moving.
Is it possible to have sex?
Firstly, during sex, the muscles of the uterus contract and train before childbirth. Secondly, prostaglandins, which are contained in semen, help soften the cervix, which prepares it for childbirth. However, be careful – the cervix can prepare for childbirth earlier than you expect. In full-term pregnancy, sex can be used as a way to prepare the cervix and stimulate the development of labor.
In any case, follow the rules of hygiene and, if the partner has inflammatory diseases, use a condom. ⠀
What to do if the temperature rises?
• observe bed rest;
• call a therapist at home (especially at temperatures above 38 degrees);
• ventilate the rooms;
• drink more fluids, eg tea with honey, lemon, raspberries.
If the temperature is high, the body aches, and the head is splitting, you can take half a tablet of paracetamol. If the fever is above 38,5 – an ibuprofen tablet. But all this should be done in extreme cases, if there is no opportunity to communicate with a therapist.
For those who do not get sick and do not want to, it is better to follow preventive measures:
• before going to crowded places, smear the sinuses with Oxolinic ointment;
• wear a mask;
• Wash your hands as soon as you get home and avoid touching your eyes and nose.
What to do if it pulls the lower abdomen?
How to eat right?
We include in the diet all food groups:
• vegetables and fruits (sweet and exotic is better not to get carried away);
• whole grain cereals;
• proteins – lean meat;
• dairy products on request;
• fats: add oil to salads or eat oily fish once a week;
• drink water instead of tea and coffee.
In the third trimester, the baby is actively gaining weight, so the feeling of hunger may increase. Try not to overeat, allow yourself an extra snack of 200 calories, but no more.
Alcohol, raw fish and seafood (sushi too), as well as raw eggs should be completely excluded. They may contain pathogens of dangerous diseases.