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At A Glance
The baby is about to be full term
Your baby's organs are of sufficient size, the liver and kidneys are in working order, and the circulatory and immune systems are functioning properly.
Feel like your baby is about to fall out?
The baby moves down in your belly, putting pressure on your lower abdomen or making it uncomfortable to walk.
Watch out for signs of pregnancy toxemia (Preeclampsia)
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience sudden or severe swelling in your feet, severe headache, vision changes, or upper abdominal pain.
Weight gain
The baby is still gaining weight, around 30g per day.
Meconium formation
The baby is shedding most of the lanugo (hair) and the vernix (white, creamy biofilm) that protects the skin. When the baby swallows the lanugo, vernix and other secretions, it will produce a black mixture called "meconium", which will be the first stool passed after birth.
Digestive system fully formed
Your baby's lungs and digestive system are fully formed, and he can breathe and feed on his own after birth. In just one week the baby will be considered "full term".
Baby's head down
If the baby's head is not down, the obstetrician will discuss with you whether a manual U-turn or a caesarean section is needed. Both are very safe but have different effects on your body, so it is important to consider what will work for you.
