
40 Weeks Pregnancy Podcast Week 31 Sleep Patterns
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Jul 20, 2024 In week 31 of pregnancy, discover how your baby is growing, now roughly the size of a bunch of asparagus! Learn about their sleep patterns and the shedding of lanugo. Expectant mothers face physical changes, including sleep disturbances and restless leg syndrome. Preparing for the upcoming birth is key, with discussions about birth plans, cesarean options, and tips for partners on baby-wearing. Get ready for the final stretch!
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Baby Size And Growth This Week
- Your baby is about 16.5 inches and 3.9 pounds this week.
- They continue shedding lanugo and will likely gain another three to five pounds before birth.
Baby Sleep Patterns And Night Activity
- Babies put in longer stretches of sleep and show defined wakefulness patterns in utero.
- Your baby may seem more active at night because daytime movement rocks them to sleep.
Twinkle Twinkle Study Shows Fetal Memory
- In one study, researchers played Twinkle Twinkle Little Star to fetuses several times a week in the last trimester.
- Babies exposed in utero later showed stronger responses to the unchanged melody after birth, demonstrating memory.
