When a pregnant mother reaches 38 weeks of gestation, it is close to the day of childbirth. At this time, the weight of the pregnant mother usually increases by about 10.9kg, the uterine height is around 30.5cm-38.5cm, and the abdominal circumference is around 89cm-100cm. In addition, pregnant mothers may experience severe swelling in their hands and feet, which is a normal condition and will disappear after childbirth. At 38 weeks of pregnancy, the mother is in this situation. So, what is the baby in her womb doing at this time?
What is the baby doing at 38 weeks pregnant
In general, at 38 weeks of pregnancy, the baby's fetal length is about 47.5 centimeters, fetal weight is about 3100 grams, and the average biparietal diameter is about 9.08 ± 0.59 centimeters. At this point, the layer of fine fur and most of the white fetal fat that originally covered the baby's body will slowly begin to fall off, and the skin will also gradually become smoother. After these secretions fall off, they will mix into the amniotic fluid, and then the baby will absorb these secretions. After the baby is born, black stool will be expelled.
What to pay attention to at 38 weeks of pregnancy
1. In order to ensure the safe and healthy birth of the baby, pregnant mothers must go to the hospital for prenatal check ups to ensure the health of both the mother and the fetus, and determine the delivery method.
2. Actively adjust the mindset of being about to give birth, relax, and optimistically welcome the arrival of the delivery time.
3. Pay attention to monitoring fetal movement every day. Generally speaking, at 38 weeks of pregnancy, the fetus has already entered the womb. At this point, the baby's fetal movement frequency and intensity will relatively decrease. Under normal circumstances, there will be 30-40 fetal movements within 12 hours. If the number of movements is less than 10 or too frequent, it is abnormal and requires medical examination and treatment.
4. Do not engage in sexual activity, as the cervix is easily dilated near delivery, which can lead to premature birth and bacterial infections.
