In week 34 of pregnancy, discover the exciting changes happening in both you and your baby! Learn about important growth milestones and get tips for preparing for labor. Explore effective labor positions and the benefits of perineal massage. There's also some clever advice for partners on the idea of a 'push present' to celebrate this journey. Tune in for essential insights that’ll help navigate these final weeks!
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Baby Begins To Tell Day From Night
Light increases inside the womb, so your baby opens and closes eyes in response.
This helps them begin to distinguish night from day before birth.
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Pineapple-Sized Baby And Rapid Growth
At 34 weeks your baby is about 17.8 inches and 5.2 pounds.
Expect continued rapid growth in the remaining six weeks.
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Reduce Fear With Education And Backup Plans
Educate yourself about labor to reduce fear and increase confidence.
Create backup plans for alternate scenarios so you know what to do.
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Welcome to week 34 of your pregnancy. Only six weeks to go! Find out how your baby is growing this week and learn what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.
See a picture of what your baby looks like this week, read the transcript, and access the additional resources for week 34.
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