Im 34 Weeks Pregnant and Babys Heartbeat Is Low

You are 34 weeks pregnant, that means you are in the 8th month of your pregnancy. Only 1 month to go!

You will be delighted to know that your baby's brain and lungs are now completely developed. Chances are that your little one might even be dreaming.

If you are concerned about early labor, you will be relieved to know that a large number of babies delivered in this week are born healthy and survive without any major problems.

How big is the baby?
If you are 34 weeks pregnant, your baby is almost 45 cms long from top to bottom and is around the size of a large pumpkin. It weighs slightly over 2 kilos now. Though your baby will continue to put on weight, it would not grow much more in length now.

Development of the baby
At this point of the pregnancy, going for ultrasound scans every alternate week is a standard procedure. Your doctor would examine your baby's heartbeat, breath and movement in the uterus, to ensure any complication.

Thick Skin
The cheesy coating on your baby's skin has begun to thicken this week. The layers of fat will completely fill the wrinkly skin of the little one, making it smooth and robust.

Poking through
With the growth of your baby, you will be able to see your baby's body parts like its hands and feet through your belly! Pay attention next time!

Pregnancy symptoms and what to do to relieve them

Bloating & Gas
In your third trimester, the problem of bloating and gas will escalate. The pregnancy-related anxiety will make you feel worse, as you tend to swallow more air when stressed. Try to be calm and stress-free.

Fast-Growing hair and nails
You are aware that due to pregnancy hormones, your hair will grow faster, but what you do not know is that it would grow in places you weren't expecting — like your cheeks, chin, and back.

You can go for waxing to rid of the unwanted hair. Similarly, your nails will also be growing during this time, it would also turn brittle. These issues will go away once you give birth.

Increased vaginal discharge
As you will move ahead in your pregnancy, your vaginal discharge will increase. This happens due to pregnancy hormones, which increases the blood flow to the pelvic area and stimulate the mucous membranes.

Blurry vision
You will not only feel blurry these days but may also suffer from dry and irritated eyes. This occurs due to a decrease in tear production, especially if you wear contact lenses. The problem will disappear after the arrival of your little one.

Tips for you this week
If you are also suffering from dry eyes, keep your sunglasses and eye drops handy.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you are suffering from depression. They might give you some antidepressants that are safe to use when pregnant.

Do some exercises to ensure your baby is in the ideal position for delivery- head downwards.

When should you see the doctor?

Talk to your doctor in case you are suffering from pregnancy-related anxiety and is worried about labour pain.

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Im 34 Weeks Pregnant and Babys Heartbeat Is Low

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/parenting/pregnancy/34-weeks-pregnant-your-baby-is-poking-through/articleshow/67657105.cms

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