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

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