30th Week of Pregnancy
Around 30th week of pregnancy your baby is around 15 inches long and weighs about three pounds. Your baby can now differentiate between light and dark in the uterus. Though she can now open and close her eyes, your baby’s eyes will remain closed for maximum time after birth for a few days. Your baby’s lungs are ready for the first breath. If born this week, your baby has good chances of survival with timely and proper medical help.
As you enter the third trimester, you will find yourself fatigued and tired most of the time. This is mainly because you cannot find a comfortable sleeping position due to your growing baby bump. Sleeping on either side may give some relief. Sleeping on your left side will ensure proper blood and oxygen supply to your baby. Avoid sleeping on your back as it will put pressure on your backbones with all the weight of your growing uterus.
Shortness of breath, frequent urination, indigestion, heartburn, headache, backache and hemorrhoids i.e. painful varicose veins in the canal of the anus are some of the symptoms you can experience during 30th week of pregnancy. Eat healthy food like fresh fruits and vegetables every day. Take small four to five meals rather than two or three big meals. Drink at least eight to nine glasses of water every day. This can give some relief from heartburn. Eat fiber rich food to avoid constipation. Include calcium, vitamin C, protein and iron rich food in your daily diet so that you and your baby get all the required nutrients as it will help your baby’s growth and development.
It is right time to discuss your thoughts about child birth procedure with your health care provider. If you want to use some pain relief drugs during delivery then talk to your doctor regarding this issue in your next visit. Whether you want to give birth to your child naturally or you want a caesarian section for less painful delivery, discuss your plans with your health care provider now.
Many of the moms-to-be complain of increased back ache during last few weeks of pregnancy. It is because of your weight gain and growing baby bump. Sitting in proper posture, avoiding sudden movement can give you some relief from back ache. Go for small walk in the morning and evening so that you do not suffer from stiffness in your legs. Going for walk can also help you from getting swollen legs and feet by end of the day.
Finding comfortable sleeping position may be difficult during pregnancy. You can use the maternity pillows available in the market or you can place normal pillows around you for support while sleeping. Avoid taking any over the counter medicine, even for heartburn, during pregnancy without consulting your health care provider. Eat healthy food and drink lots of water.
Check your nursery and give final touches to the decoration. Stock up the nursery with baby diapers, wipes and other nursery supplies.
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