iam 39weeks pregnant..?

Question

what should i exspect this week because my due date is suppost to be this 18th but they said it might be sooner...

Answer 1

39th Week of PregnancyWhat changes are occurring with your body?
You most likely have not experienced a lot of changes over the last week or two. You probably have not gained any weight or noticed that you are bigger, but there are still changes that are taking place.

The closer you get to the end of your pregnancy, the more you will hear about "being effaced." Effacement is the process by which the cervix prepares for delivery. After the baby has engaged in the pelvis, it gradually drops closer to the cervix; the cervix gradually softens, shortens and becomes thinner. You may hear phrases like "ripens," or "cervical thinning" which refer to effacement. *

How big is your baby?
Your baby is now between 18 and 20 ½ inches long and around 6 ½ to 8 pounds.*

What is happening with your baby?
Your baby is continuing to grow and working on the layer of fat underneath his/her skin. This is an important part of your baby’s ability to regulate their body temperature once they are born. Your baby is also beginning to form new skin cells which will replace older skin cells.*

What should you plan for this week?
Honestly, at this point you should really plan to take it easy. Whether this is your first child or fourth, your life will not be the same once this new addition arrives. So take some time for yourself, your partner, your family, and your friends.

Tips for making your pregnancy better:
Even though the delivery of your baby is very near, you want to continue monitoring your baby’s movements. Many doctors may have you actually counting movements as discussed in Week 35.

You may have purchased and/or been given many things for your baby. You may want to be cautious in taking off the tags. You could find out that it is not the right size, color, or may even be for the wrong “sex”. While sonograms can be a good way to judge the size and gender of your baby, they are not always right. By leaving the tags on certain items, you will save yourself a lot of trouble.

Tips for mom’s partner:
Begin talking with your partner about who you would like to be present at the birth of your baby. Do you want to be alone, or do you want to be surrounded by friends and family? Now is a good time to address these concerns. This gives you a little time to make any necessary arrangements.

Answer 2

You should expect to feel like a big old beached whale!! LOL Probably hard time sleeping, just from the physical discomfort of having a fully developed baby inside you. Do a lot of walking, it will help your labor start sooner (which we ALL want at 39 weeks). They say that a healthy baby can come anytime from 2 weeks before to 2 weeks after the due date, so it could be any second now! I would say not to worry so much about nesting... I know it's a natural maternal desire, but go easy... this WILL be your LAST chance to relax every again! MUAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAA

Answer 3

you are anxious to get your baby into the world because you have the nursery and everything prepared but a little advice, try to take it slowly and enough your last free days because once the baby gets here you have to devote at least half of your day to it.I say that you should expect to be anxious and you should be dilating pretty soon if you are not now, you should also see your mucus plug thinning alot, and having contractions.

Answer 4

There is this reallY great book called "What to Expect When You Are Expecting" It will tell you everything you need to know. It is really a great book!! I know you are close to tthe end but spread the word. Good book for pregnant first timers. Good luck with your new little miracle!!!!

Answer 5

WHEN YOU FEEL A BURST OF ENERGY
AND FEEL LIKE GETTING UP TO CLEAN THE WHOLE HOUSE.
YOUR IN LABOR.
ALSO WATCH OUT FOR STOMACH CRAMPS.
SOMEONE SHOULD BE AT HOME WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES NOW.
GOOD LUCK ON YOUR DELIVERY!

Answer 6

The Stork? LOL