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31 Weeks Pregnant
Your 31th week begins
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Your 31st week begins
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31 Weeks Pregnant
Your 31st week begins
Your baby is the size of a lettuce.Your baby this week
This Week
With longer arms and legs, your baby’s body is starting to look more proportional to the head and trunk. Do you know how much your baby weighs at this stage? Continue Reading
Your summary
- Development The baby already responds to the sound of voices and touches on mom’s belly.
- Schedule If you are planning a C-section, don’t forget to get the tetanus vaccine.
- 31 weeks is how many months? 31 weeks pregnant is 8 months. With week 31, you are in the first week of the 8th month of your pregnancy.
DAY 1 • OF WEEK 31
Pains during pregnancy are inevitable and there’s no way any woman can avoid them. However, there are ways to ease the pain, along with all other discomforts. The body and hormones go through so many changes during the 9 months that each period is experienced intensely and in its own way… Continue Reading
DAY 2 • OF WEEK 31
There are so many myths and stories surrounding pregnancy and the post-partum period. And if they aren’t debunked, many women end up suffering just as our mothers and grandmothers did. Going 40 days without washing your hair, is that really necessary?
DAY 3 • OF WEEK 31
IMPORTANT: Some pregnant women may start to feel nausea and sickness in the third trimester. These symptoms happen because hormonal activity changes late in pregnancy. And also, of course, due to the size of the baby and the pressure on the stomach.
DAY 4 • OF WEEK 31
During pregnancy, a woman’s immune system is lower and with that, some infections can appear. The vaginal flora is no different. It can go through some changes and end up causing more frequent cases of candidiasis during this stage… Continue Reading
DAY 5 • OF WEEK 31
IMPORTANT: Has your OB-GYN already recommended pregnancy vaccines? Don’t forget that the tetanus shot will be essential, especially if you have a C-section. If you are missing any other, take your vaccination card to the health center or talk to your doctor.
DAY 6 • OF WEEK 31
First-time moms feel insecure and really don’t know what to do most of the time. That’s why we’ve prepared a basic manual of what you can’t go without and how to handle certain situations.
DAY 7 • OF WEEK 31
IMPORTANT: Have you been exercising throughout your pregnancy? Depending on the frequency and type of sport, you may need to slow down now — but don’t stop altogether. Exercising helps prepare your body for labor.
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- At 31 weeks pregnant your baby weighs about 1.502 kg and is 41.1 cm long, and space is limited inside mom’s belly.
- With longer arms and legs, the baby is now more proportional to the trunk and head. If you have an ultrasound at this stage, you might see your baby sleeping.
- At this stage the baby is more “alert” and already responds to outside stimuli, such as parents’ voices and caresses on the belly, which is a great joy for the family.
- Isn’t a yawning baby the cutest thing to see? Imagine seeing yours doing this during the ultrasound! At this stage they usually sleep a lot and often yawn as well.
- Swelling in the legs is common, but must be monitored by the doctor and also blood pressure should be closely watched.
Your baby this week
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More information about 31 weeks pregnant
At 31 weeks pregnant, your baby weighs about 1.502 kg and is 41.1 cm long, and is running out of space inside mom’s belly. As space gets tighter, your baby’s movements may decrease and become more uncomfortable for you.
Baby’s Development
With longer arms and legs, the baby is more proportional to the trunk and head. If you have an ultrasound at this stage, it’s quite likely you’ll see your baby sleeping. They love to sleep now, warm and snuggled inside the safety of your womb. It’s also possible to hear their heartbeat, which is their favorite sound1!
At this stage of the 31st week of pregnancy, the baby is more “alert” and already responds to external stimuli, such as the parents’ voices and caresses on your belly. This brings a lot of joy and excitement to your family as you watch your baby move when called. At 31 weeks, the lungs are almost ready2 and surfactant production is beginning. This substance prevents the walls of the air sacs from sticking together and making breathing difficult.
Watching your baby yawn is such a joy, isn’t it? Imagine seeing your baby do this during an ultrasound! At this stage, they usually sleep a lot and yawn frequently. You may even catch a glimpse of this on the ultrasound exam. Your baby at 31 weeks is pretty big now, about 41.1 cm long and weighing from 1.502 up to 2 kg.
Fat accumulates more noticeably under the skin, which prevents the blood vessels from appearing as prominently and clearly as before. You’re on the home stretch, there’s very little left for your baby to finish developing and be ready to come into the world. Get ready for lots of emotions!
How the mom is feeling
You’re almost halfway through the 3rd trimester! Now with your belly very noticeable, it’s very satisfying for you to walk around, proud. But even a simple stroll can become tiring. Swelling in the legs is common3, but should be monitored by your doctor. Blood pressure also needs to be checked regularly.
Mom’s Care
The incidence of pre-eclampsia has been increasing, sometimes due to poor diet during pregnancy. But with so much fast food and frozen meals available, it’s hard to eat well in the rush of the day. Too much salt becomes an enemy. That’s why having a healthy, balanced diet with lots of vegetables, greens, fruits, and natural juices is so good for mom and baby.
At this stage your breasts will be even larger, the areolas even darker, and some lumps may appear around the breast. These are signs that your breasts are preparing for breastfeeding and are part of the milk production process.
The area will also be more sensitive, so wear more comfortable bras at this stage. Your belly is huge and a dark line might be dividing your abdomen in half! This is the linea nigra, which will remain for a few months after pregnancy. But don’t worry, it will disappear just like it appeared!
External Factors
Sleeping is getting harder, isn’t it? There’s no comfortable position and when you finally find one, something starts to hurt or breathing gets more difficult. Try lying on your left side with a pillow between your legs, which will help you relax and get more comfortable. If you’re feeling anxious, drink a good cup of passionflower tea before bed. It will help you relax and allow you to sleep more peacefully.
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