Third Trimester
36 Weeks Pregnant
36 weeks pregnant - just a few weeks to go! Learn about baby dropping, Group B strep testing, and signs that labor is approaching.
👶 Your Baby This Week
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Size of a romaine lettuce
13.6" (34.5 cm) • 88 oz
Development Highlights
- ✓Considered early term
- ✓Gaining about an ounce per day
- ✓Head may engage in pelvis
- ✓Skin smoothing out
- ✓Digestive system ready
🤰 Common Symptoms This Week
- •Baby may 'drop' (lightening)
- •Easier to breathe if baby drops
- •More pelvic pressure
- •Increased vaginal discharge
- •Cervical changes beginning
💡 Tips for Week 36
- 1Weekly prenatal visits begin
- 2Group B strep test
- 3Practice breathing techniques
- 4Keep bag packed and ready
🔍 Ultrasound at Week 36
What can be seen:
- 👁Limited visibility due to size
- 👁Position confirmation only
- 👁Growth check