Consider stocking up on the following things and saving your money on the extras:. A great way to save money on most baby supplies is to check secondhand shops for gently used gear. You may also want to search online for a buy, sell, and trade group in your area.
Do not buy a used crib or car seat, as there is no guarantee that they are up to current safety standards. Check with your health insurance to see if they will reimburse you for the cost of a breast pump. The uterus and your baby are putting pressure on your bladder. Your growing uterus is also responsible for your mild difficulty breathing. Just take things slowly and rest when you can. Any significant shortness of breath should be reported to your doctor right away.
Constipation is another symptom that may be developing this week. And with that uncomfortable condition comes abdominal pain, gas, and the passing of hard stools. Drink plenty of water. Go when the urge first hits you, since delaying the process increases the problem. Your physician may recommend an over-the-counter product. Natural remedies, such as a high-fiber diet at least 20 to 25 grams a day and drinking water throughout the day, may be enough to help.
You may want to cut back on your iron supplements, but speak with your doctor first. Iron is important for a healthy pregnancy, and iron-deficiency anemia is common during pregnancy. Week-by-week guide to pregnancy. When you're pregnant, you have lots of questions.
Our week-by-week pregnancy guide is packed with lots of useful information. From what's happening inside your body, to how your baby is developing, and tips and advice on having a healthy pregnancy — this is your one-stop pregnancy guide!
Third trimester Our week-by-week pregnancy guide is full of essential information. Week 29 — your third trimester Are you feeling excited? Boy or girl? You cannot tell your baby's sex from… The position of your bump Some people think a neat high bump means you're carrying a boy, while a low rounded bump contains a girl. Your baby's heart rate Some people say that if it's over bpm, then it's more likely to be a girl - there's no science to back this up!
Gender prediction kits you can buy on the internet These claim to measure testosterone in your urine, or traces of the baby's DNA in your blood. Spinning a wedding ring over your pregnant belly It's supposed to spin in circles for a girl, or like a pendulum for a boy.
Third trimester pregnancy symptoms at 29 weeks You could be feeling awkward and uncoordinated. Your signs of pregnancy could also include: sleeping problems swollen and bleeding gums pains on the side of your baby bump, caused by your expanding womb 'round ligament pains' piles headaches backache indigestion and heartburn bloating and constipation leg cramps feeling hot dizziness swollen hands and feet urine infections vaginal infections darkened skin on your face or brown patches - this is known as chloasma or the 'mask of pregnancy' greasier, spotty skin thicker and shinier hair symptoms from earlier weeks, caused by pregnancy hormones, such as mood swings , morning sickness , weird pregnancy cravings , a heightened sense of smell, sore or leaky breasts , a white milky pregnancy discharge from your vagina and light spotting seek medical advice for any bleeding Tommy's the baby charity has produced a pregnancy guide with a further list of symptoms.
What does my baby look like? Your baby is perfectly formed. Over the next few weeks, they have lots to do: grow get fatter let the organs mature For the past few weeks, your baby has been covered by a greasy white layer of something called "vernix" that protects the skin and soft, downy hair for warmth. Action stations Start writing your birth plan , if you would like to have one.
This week you could also Talk to your work. Start doing pelvic floor exercises. Antenatal classes. Smoking, drinking and caffeine in pregnancy. Pregnancy vitamins. Exercising in pregnancy. Healthy pregnancy diet. Emotional and mental wellbeing. Go back to week 28 Go to week Sign up now for our pregnancy, baby and toddler guide Get personalised emails for trusted NHS advice, videos and tips on your pregnancy week by week, birth and parenthood.
Get weekly emails. Best to do it lying down, since babies are more likely to perk up when Mom's resting — a pattern they tend to continue after they're born — or sitting if you're not comfortable on your back. Count any and all movements, even swishes and rolls, until you hit If you haven't reached 10 within an hour, your little Rockette may just be taking a break right now, so have a light snack and try again — that blood sugar rush is likely to get baby back on the move.
Just remember that fewer than 10 movements within two hours warrants a call to your practitioner. Chances are everything's fine, but it's always better to be safe than sorry. Stock up on nursing pads now!
Colostrum contains more protein but less fat and sugar than more mature breast milk, making it easier for baby to digest in the first few days after birth. Make sure you get enough iron in your diet and enough movement during the day. Seeing the price tags for cribs, changing tables and gliders — not so much. Hang some vintage pictures, inexpensive online prints or drawings from older siblings on the walls, or get creative with stencils and decals. Or position some colorful toys on the open shelves to create vibrant displays.
Those pregnancy hormones may make your skin more sensitive to things that never used to bother you, such as sunlight, heat, detergents, chlorine and even certain foods. You may notice more itching, redness and even a rash. Having the right stuff for working out is especially important during pregnancy, when your body is more sensitive to overheating and fatigue and your sense of balance is compromised.
Make sure you have comfy shoes with a solid arch support, a good sports bra, water to drink before, during and after exercise, a cool, wet cloth in a small plastic bag to wipe your neck or face, and just in case, a cellphone, money and some identification.
The big day is coming, so here's a big question: What is cord blood, and should you bank or donate your baby's? First, a definition: Cord blood is what remains in the umbilical cord and placenta following birth. Why is this blood so important? It's because cord blood contains stem cells that can be used to treat certain diseases, such as some forms of cancer including leukemia and lymphoma. To collect the blood, a doctor or hospital staff member will draw it from the umbilical cord vein just after the baby is born.
More and more parents are saving their baby's cord blood, either for donation to a public facility so the cells can be used by others in need, or for private storage so it's available should the need arise within their own families. Whichever you choose — and it's okay if you choose not to at all — you should talk to your practitioner about it now so all the necessary and lengthy prep work can be done in advance.
Now that you're in the homestretch of your pregnancy hurray! Talk to your doctor about recognizing the difference between Braxton Hicks, or "rehearsal" contractions, and real labor contractions so you know what you're dealing with when they happen.
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See more about Week 5 of your pregnancy. Female typing on smartphone. If you're ready, start sharing the good news with family members and close friends. Make your partner the official kitty litter changer. Experiment with morning sickness remedies. Decide whether you like your doctor enough to stick with him or her through delivery.
If not, start looking for a new one. See more about Week 6 of your pregnancy. Doctor Talking to Patient Sitting on Table. Schedule and prepare for your first prenatal visit , which should happen between 8 and 12 weeks.
Compile a list of questions for your first doctor's appointment. Clear your beauty cabinet of any chemical-laden products like DEET-filled insect repellent.
Buy a belly band to extend the life of your pants. See more about Week 7 of your pregnancy. Shop for a new bra , whether it's a maternity bra or just a bigger, softer style. Make Kegel exercises a part of your daily routine. Pick up antacids in preparation for pregnancy heartburn , along with other drugstore staples. Make a dentist appointment. Discuss recommended prenatal tests with your doctor.
See more about Week 8 of your pregnancy. Create a baby budget. Make a pre-baby to-do list of all the things you want accomplish or enjoy before the baby arrives. Look at your household cleaners and swap in eco-friendly ones for any toxic ones.
Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Go for a walk, or do 30 minutes of another moderate exercise , and make it a part of your daily routine now.
See more about Week 9 of your pregnancy. Comfy Not Frumpy! Wash your hands frequently to avoid getting a cold or the flu. Try natural remedies for indigestion. Go shopping for maternity clothing. Review your company's maternity leave policy. If you're hoping for a VBAC vaginal birth after cesarean but your doctor isn't on board, consider jumping ship for a practitioner who will consider it.
See more about Week 10 of your pregnancy. Moisturize your belly, hips and thighs daily to prevent itchy, dry skin as it stretches. Avoid hot tubs, saunas , steam rooms, intense hot-weather workouts, super-hot baths, or anything else that could raise your body temperature above degrees. Get a first-trimester screening to help your practitioner decide what tests may be warranted. If it's recommended by your doctor, get tested for chromosomal abnormalities through a nuchal translucency NT and chorionic villus sampling CVS.
Listen to the baby's heartbeat with a Doppler at your doctor's appointment, if possible. See more about Week 11 of your pregnancy. Credit: Veer. Plan a babymoon vacation. Buy a body pillow for sleeping. Be sure to stretch and warm up before exercise because your ligaments and joints are loosened up now.
Until you give birth , avoid any exercises that require you to lie flat on your back crunches, Pilates, etc. If you're having multiples , your doctor will be able to spot the extra babies at your next ultrasound. See more about Week 12 of your pregnancy. Begin thinking about baby names. Start sleeping on your side. Research pediatricians. Eat smaller meals more frequently to stave off heartburn. Consider borrowing previously worn maternity clothing from friends or family.
See more about Week 13 of your pregnancy. Tell your family and friends your good news if you haven't already. Break the news to your boss , too. Take advantage of your energy boost by checking things off your to-do list at home and at work. Start taking weekly pictures of your beautiful belly. See more about Week 14 of your pregnancy. Credit: Shutterstock.
Sign up for a prenatal yoga class. Strengthen your abs with pelvic tilts. Talk to you partner about finding out the sex of your baby. Over 35? Schedule an amniocentesis if it's recommended.
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