In week 32 of pregnancy you reach the end of the 8th month. Month of your pregnancy. The birth of your baby is only a few weeks away and your body is slowly preparing for the upcoming delivery. Your baby will assume its birth position and lie head down as early as this week. Weight gain is also the focus this week.
In our pregnancy calendar, we summarize for you how your baby develops and changes its position in week 32. You will also find out how your height and weight are increasing. We will also tell you how expectant mothers typically feel in week 32 and what symptoms they are experiencing. You will also find out how the swing2sleep bassinet makes it easier for your baby to fall asleep after birth.
How your baby develops in the 32nd week of pregnancy
Your baby instinctively knows that the birth is getting closer and closer. It has already started to turn its head downwards. In week 32, it will slowly move into its final birth position. Most babies lie head down and maintain this position until birth: However, some babies do change their position again. However, this is no cause for concern, as they can still change their position shortly before birth.
In addition to the position, your baby's weight is also an important issue in week 32. Your baby will gain a lot of weight during this week and the following weeks until it weighs around 3.5 kilograms at birth. The weight gain is mainly muscle and fat tissue. The fat pads serve as a reserve for your baby after birth and are therefore very important.
Your baby is now almost fully developed. In week 32, its senses become more acute. The photoreceptors of the retina continue to develop during this week. This allows the pupils to react to light. At the same time, your baby learns to regulate its body temperature more and more each day so that it can adapt to its environment after birth.
Height & weight in week 32 of pregnancy
In the 32nd week of pregnancy, your baby will put on a lot of weight and is therefore rapidly approaching its later birth weight. It now weighs between 1,600 and 1,800 grams. It gains around 200 grams per week. The size is 42 to 46 centimeters.
Your baby is therefore about the size of a pineapple. You will also notice on the scales that you are gaining more and more weight. Women gain an average of 11 to 16 kilograms during pregnancy. In the second and third trimester, a weight gain of 400 to 500 grams is recommended.
You can tell from your weight and your growing belly that the birth is getting closer and closer. There are still eight weeks to go before you hold your baby in your arms. If you want to take care of the final preparations now, you should take a look at the innovative swing2sleep swing2sleep cradle. It gently rocks your baby to sleep and adapts its movements to your baby thanks to a sensor. This makes falling asleep and sleeping through the night much easier.
How you feel as an expectant mother in week 32 of pregnancy
If you are 32 weeks pregnant, your excitement is probably slowly building up. You are now in the third trimester, at the end of the eighth month. Your baby is almost fully mature and is putting on a lot of weight. It's not unusual for you to be excited in the last few weeks leading up to the birth and for your thoughts to be all about your baby.
It is now the size of a pineapple: you can clearly feel the baby's movements. Many women are very reassured when they can regularly feel their baby in their belly. Your baby now has less and less space in your uterus. This is why the kicks may almost hurt, which is due to the lack of space.
Many women also complain of a veritable carousel of thoughts during week 32 of pregnancy. You may also be worried about a premature birth and the health of your baby. You should not feel any real contractions in the 32nd week of pregnancy. However, it is possible that you are already having your first practice contractions. If you are worried, you should discuss this with your gynecologist or midwife at your next appointment.
This also applies to any anxiety you may feel about the birth. If this is your first pregnancy, you don't know what to expect. This leads to great anxiety for many pregnant women. Talk to your friends or relatives who have already given birth.
Typical symptoms & complaints in the 32nd week of your pregnancy
Are you wondering which symptoms are typical from the 32nd week of pregnancy? Many symptoms that have been with you for a few weeks will persist in the 32nd week of pregnancy. We summarize the most common symptoms for you:
Severe heartburn:
You are probably already familiar with heartburn from the first few months of your pregnancy. In week 32, the pregnancy hormone progesterone continues to relax your muscles. As a result, your oesophagus is no longer completely closed and gastric juice can escape. Try to eat several small meals a day and then sit upright.
Abdominal pain:
It is not uncommon for you to suffer from abdominal pain during this phase of pregnancy. This can be triggered by your digestion. Your hormones and the pressure of your baby slow down your digestion. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and exercise after eating.
Back pain:
Your belly is now quite large and your baby weighs over 1.5 kilograms in the 32nd week of pregnancy. This weight puts a lot of strain on your back. Your changed centre of gravity can also lead to back pain. You can try to strengthen and relax your muscles with light sports exercises.
Heavy legs:
Many pregnant women suffer from swollen legs and feet. This is caused by water retention, which can also occur in the arms and hands. You will probably also have to deal with this problem, especially in summer. It is important that you still drink enough.
Faster pulse:
In the last trimester of your pregnancy, you may notice that your heart is beating faster and stronger. Your weight has changed significantly over the past few months and your body is no longer just looking after you, but also your baby. It is therefore not unusual for your pulse to quicken and your blood pressure to rise.
Many women find it helps to get enough rest during pregnancy. Your body is working hard, so take plenty of breaks and avoid major exertion. In the coming weeks, your baby and your belly will continue to grow: you will need sufficient strength for the last phase of pregnancy and the birth. Relaxation, rest and recuperation are therefore particularly important.
You can spend the last few weeks before the birth taking care of the remaining preparations for your baby's arrival. So that your baby can sleep well and restfully, it needs a comfortable place to sleep. In our cradle, your baby lies snuggled up in a hammock. It is protected from light and rocked to sleep with gentle movements.
This is important for you in week 32 of pregnancy
In week 32, the birth is getting closer and closer. It can help you in this phase to talk to other mothers. Talk to your friends or relatives who are already mothers. They can provide you with important experiences about pregnancy and birth. Talking to your midwife is also recommended.
You should also start packing your hospital bag. It should contain everything you and your baby will need for the upcoming time in hospital. There are extensive lists of things to look out for when packing your hospital bag. Among other things, it is particularly important that you adapt the clothing to the season and pack different sizes. Even if your baby is measured regularly, it may be slightly larger or smaller at birth.
From the 32nd week of pregnancy, your doctor will also monitor you more closely. You will now see your doctor every two weeks so that they can check you and your baby. They will also check how your contractions are progressing and whether there are any signs of an imminent premature birth. The third ultrasound will also take place between the 29th and 32nd week of pregnancy, so you will see your baby on the screen again.
Your doctor will also test you for hepatitis B in week 32. If you are infected with the virus, you could pass it on to your baby at birth. That's why you will be tested for it before the birth.
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