Baby At 30 Weeks

Earlier in your pregnancy your Baby‘s eyes were fully developed. Now your Baby‘s eyes have a blue pigmentation to them. Your Baby‘s own antibody and protection systems are also beginning to switch on.

It’s still vital that you protect your Baby after birth, and your breastmilk will be rich in antibodies. Don’t believe the old-fashioned advice that antibodies stop after your Baby is a year old. Science shows your Baby gets benefits as long as he or she is breastfeeding.

My belly button feels like it’s going to rip into a million tiny shreds any day now. I always thought people saying they used stretch mark creams ‘not because they’ll prevent stretch marks but because my belly’s itching’ were just using that as a cop out to not admit they were scared of stretch marks. Well, they’re not lying.

Between Bio Oil and Dr. Sears stretch mark cream, I’m constantly rubbing something on my belly trying to make the tightness go away. The Bio Oil is great for general moisturizing and after showers; Dr. Sears is great when the itching/tightness gets bad- it’s super thick & creamy. And it smells good.

There are two types of anesthesia: regional and standard. Regional anesthesia will numb you from your breasts all the way down to your toes. Comparable to regional analgesics, you can get epidural anesthesia, spinal anesthesia, or a spinal and combined spinal epidural (CSE) anesthesia.

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Chances are youre wondering if youll ever stop being pregnant. 10 weeks may seem like a long time to go, but youre already 75% of the way there. This could be a good time to think of a name for your Baby, and perhaps even consider who the god-parents will be, if you decide thats what you want.

Taking time to think of these will help you relax and enjoy the prospect of becoming a mother, as will looking over your birth plan. Including your partner in all of this will be a good bonding exercise.

I’m halfway through my pregnancy, but this video reminds me of myself. I was born at 32 weeks, HOWEVER, I weighed about 5 pounds, which is nuts. I was in the hospital for a week on the incubator, and then I was off.

I didn’t know how to suck a bottle, either. This was in ’92. There’s so much more hope today, I’m perfectly normal, and my own pregnancy is going along great. You are a great person for posting this video ‘ it brings a lot of hope people lost. Thank you.

30 Weeks Pregnant

Even though you are getting heavier, your need for exercise hasn’t quit. Swimming and walking are wonderful forms of exercise for pregnant women. Many community centers and dance studios host pre- and postnatal exercise classes. They’re fun, gentle, can help you feel energized, and offer a great way to meet other expectant mothers!
Pregnancy Week 30: All About You

A few more weeks to go! Your baby weight is starting to impact your lifestyle. Bending over is tricky if not impossible. And tying your shoes? Forget about it. As your baby-to-be crowds your internal organs you may experience more heartburn, indigestion, and flatulence. Breathing may be more difficult as your lungs have less room to expand.

Tired of Being Pregnant?
By this point the novelty of your baby bump may have worn off—you’re getting downright tired of being pregnant. In a few weeks your aches and pains will be a distant memory as you stare into your newborn’s face, but for now there are a few simple things you can do to make your last few pregnancy weeks more comfortable.

Complaint: No sleep. Your baby bump makes it hard to find a comfortable sleeping position. Add to that the discomfort caused by your internal organs making room for your growing baby-to-be: Your lungs have to work harder to provide the extra oxygen your body needs, creating shortness of breath. Your stomach is pushed up, making heartburn and indigestion likely. And your bladder—well—you’re already used to going to the bathroom several times a day, and making similar trips at night can be frustrating.

Solution: Try positioning pillows around your body for support. Have your partner massage your sore body before bedtime. Take a hot shower or warm bath to help you relax. For fewer bathroom breaks, don’t drink water an hour or so before going to bed (but make sure to drink plenty of water during the day). If all else fails, talk to your healthcare provider about over-the-counter medications that might make sleeping easier.

Complaint: Swelling. Swelling can become a real problem late in pregnancy. Your body retains water to supply your increased blood production (which goes up by 50 percent during pregnancy). You may find your face, ankles, and fingers swell to the point your shoes don’t fit and your rings won’t go on (or come off!).

Solution: Drink lots of water. Pushing fluids can ease your swelling. Also, be smart about what you do during the day. Don’t stand on your feet or stay in any position too long or your blood will pool, making swelling even worse. Change positions frequently and put your feet up as much as possible to increase circulation. Talk to your doctor if swelling becomes severe.

Complaint: Potty breaks. Frequent urination is a common complaint during pregnancy. It can become a nuisance to find a restroom any time you go somewhere. As your baby-to-be continues to grow, the pressure on your bladder will too, meaning your potty breaks will keep increasing until your baby’s birth.

Solution: The only real solution is to have your baby. Don’t limit your visits to the bathroom—holding in urine for too long can lead to urinary or bladder infections.

Complaint: No clothes. Toward the end of your pregnancy those cute maternity clothes that once neatly covered your baby bump may barely fit. Plus, you’re probably wearing the same outfits over and over again, since non-maternity clothes are out.

Solution: Having something new to wear can brighten your mood. If you don’t want to sink more money into a wardrobe that will last only a few weeks, ask friends if they have any maternity clothes they’re willing to lend. Spice up your own maternity clothes by buying non-maternity, button-down shirts or sweaters to pair with your maternity wear. Choose colorful jewelry or handbags to add variety to your wardrobe (and you can wear those even when you’re no longer pregnant!).
Pregnancy Week 30: All About Baby

Your baby’s face looks much like it will when he’s born. He still needs to fill out more to get the characteristic chubby infant cheeks, but he’s on his way. He can move his head, open his eyes, and make breathing movements through his open nostrils (although no air comes in).