Third Trimester
40 Weeks Pregnant
40 weeks pregnant - it's your due date! Learn what to expect if baby hasn't arrived yet, when to consider induction, and labor signs to watch for.
👶 Your Baby This Week
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Size of a watermelon
15.7" (40 cm) • 120 oz
Development Highlights
- ✓Due date!
- ✓Baby fully developed
- ✓Average 7.5 pounds
- ✓Skull bones not fused for delivery
- ✓Ready for life outside the womb
🤰 Common Symptoms This Week
- •Extreme discomfort
- •Anxious anticipation
- •Possible membrane sweep offered
- •Monitoring for post-dates
- •Every contraction feels significant
💡 Tips for Week 40
- 1Stay patient - baby will come
- 2Keep moving gently
- 3Discuss induction timeline if needed
- 4Savor these last moments of pregnancy
🔍 Ultrasound at Week 40
What can be seen:
- 👁Biophysical profile if needed
- 👁Fluid levels
- 👁Baby movement check