Real, evidence-based guidance for exactly where you are right now.
Baby Development
The fetus can now turn its head, and real, coordinated limb movements are increasing.
Your Body This Week
Braxton Hicks contractions may become more frequent and noticeable.
Diet
Continue a varied, nutrient-dense diet.
Supplements
Continue your prenatal vitamin.¹
Tests
Routine follow-up.
Vaccinations
RSV vaccine window opens next week (32w0d-36w6d, seasonal) — worth discussing timing with your doctor now.⁵
Exercise
Continue regular, moderate activity as comfort allows.²
Red Flags — When to Call Your Doctor
Regular, painful contractions, reduced fetal movement, or fluid leakage warrant urgent medical attention.
Doctor Visits
Routine follow-up as scheduled.
Mental Health
Practical preparation for the birth — a hospital bag, a birth plan discussion with your doctor — can genuinely help channel anticipation productively.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I pack my hospital bag?
There's no strict rule, but many people pack around now to early in the third trimester, simply to have it ready well before labor could realistically start — a real, practical, low-stress way to prepare.
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