26th Week of Pregnancy
Written by Pregnancy Tips on February 25th, 201026th Week of Pregnancy
Is 16 to 23 pounds gain in weight in just 26 weeks healthy? Yes if you are in your 26th week of pregnancy. If you are taking healthy food, doing light exercise regularly, then it is considered as the healthy weight gain during pregnancy around 26th week. Your baby is giving you company in weight gain. She now weighs around 2 pounds and has gained height up to 13.35 to 13.38 inches.
During this week, your baby is busy preparing herself to enter in this world. She is swallowing amniotic fluid frequently now. This is very helpful for development of your baby’s lungs. Reproductive organs are developing. If you are carrying a baby boy, his testicles, sperm-producing gland testis usually with its surrounding membranes, have started their descent in his scrotum, the external pouch of skin and muscle containing the testes.
Ear nerves of your baby are developing rapidly during this week. Listening to soothing music, reading stories to your baby will certainly make your baby happy. Involve your partner too in this story reading activity. Some of you may even notice your baby’s increased movements as a reaction to loud noise. This is because now your baby can listen to the sounds outside the uterus.
If your health care provider has not conducted glucose tolerance test earlier in 24th or 25th week, then he may conduct the test this week. If you have any doubts or questions regarding pregnancy, then make a note and ask your health care provider in your next visit.
Cramps in legs, lower back and lower abdomen are quite common during pregnancy. However, if the pain is severe coupled with vaginal discharge, contact your health care provider immediately. Do not take any medicine without your doctor’s consent. Drink lots of water every day, it will give you some relief from heartburn. Maternity clothes are very comfortable and loose fitting. Wearing such cloths will reduce your uncomfortable feeling to some extend.
Fresh vegetables, fruits, fresh juices play very vital role in everyone’s life. During pregnancy need for eating nutritious food increases as your baby can get nutrients through your diet. Take enough rest to avoid fatigue and swelling by end of the day.
Going to child birth education classes, doing prenatal exercise will certainly give you some relaxed moments. If you are still working, try to cut down your working hours. If you have elder kid/s, let your parents, partner or other family members look after them for some time during day so that you can spend that time doing things you enjoy the most.
If you are planning to travel, consult your health care provider. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. If you are traveling by air, try to walk in the plane to avoid stiffness in your legs.
Preparing yourself for arrival of your baby can be stressful. Your worries about upbringing of your child can increase your stress levels. Try to be relaxed as both you and your partner will be good parents of your baby.
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