One way to beat the bloat: Eat your meals slowly. When you scarf down your lunch in five minutes flat, you swallow more than just food. You also swallow a lot of air, which will then settle into your stomach as gas bubbles.
Looking for a good late-pregnancy workout? Get on the ball! An exercise ball is a safe and effective tool for strengthening your core muscles during pregnancy. And looking not-too-far ahead, it can also provide welcome relaxation and physical relief during pregnancy and labor. Choose a high-quality ball made from burst-resistant material, and be sure you buy the correct size for your height: 22 inches 55 centimeters for those shorter than 5-foot-3, and 26 inches 65 centimeters for those taller though check the instructions to be sure.
Here are some things you can do if you're on bed rest: Stock a mini-fridge or cooler with lots of water, fruit, yogurt, cheese and sandwiches.
Try to establish a routine — even if the highlight is a soak in a tepid tub , then a nap or a morning on the couch, then an afternoon in bed. Keep your eyes on the prize. Remember: Every day you stay in bed or off your feet is one more day your baby stays inside you, giving him the best chance at being born healthy and strong.
Belly casts date back to ancient times when they were used to commemorate the miracle of life. These do-it-yourself plaster replicas are easy and fun to make. Just sit back as your chosen ones apply strips of wet plaster onto your belly it usually dries within 15 minutes. Once the cast is dry, decorate and display as you like. Is the dining room table too prominent a spot? You'll find many resources online; just type "belly cast" into a search engine and sculpt away.
You have the car seat, the stroller, the playard and the rest of the baby gear — now all you need is an actual baby. Before your little one makes that big arrival, grab an unwitting and willing baby stand-in — a doll, stuffed animal or even a very patient pet within reason!
Try strapping dolly into the car seat or strolling teddy around in your hallway, holding the little bundle in one hand while folding up the stroller in the other. If you feel silly using a faux baby, don't use anything at all. But do practice. You'll feel more prepared when it's showtime! What to Expect follows strict reporting guidelines and uses only credible sources, such as peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions and highly respected health organizations.
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For more information regarding breech presentation and turning your baby, please see breech births. You should be finishing up childbirth classes and taking care of any other preparations for your baby. Make sure your bags are packed, and you may want to practice driving to the hospital just to be on the safe side.
Basically, you are in a waiting game from this point on. However, just because you do not know when the big day will come, this does not mean you cannot prepare now. If there are any last-minute preparations that need to be completed before the arrival of your baby, now is a good time to finish these up. Some women also like to make sure things are in order, including cleaning the house or apartment. When you first arrive back at home with your baby, life may feel quite chaotic.
To better prepare yourself for this transition, it can be a good idea to have a supply of take-out menus available so a quick dinner can be ordered.
A week ultrasound might be performed as part of a biophysical profile. Some doctors recommend this happen at 38 weeks pregnant with twins, so you could be meeting your babies in just a week! Remind yourself that it could be any day now—or it could be a few weeks. Look behind the fridge. Their circulatory and musculoskeletal systems are done developing, but their lungs, brain and nervous system are still getting some last-minute touch-ups.
A week or two can make a big difference! Quench your thirst Make sure you drink plenty of water, because dehydration can make your uterus contract, causing discomfort.
And remember, it also helps with other 37 weeks pregnant symptoms like heartburn. Get some ginger Feeling queasy? A bit of ginger might snap you out of it. Make your own tea with fresh ginger and boiling water, sip on ginger ale or nibble on crystallized ginger, either on its own or sprinkled on top of yogurt and berries. If the nausea is really bad, ask your doctor to recommend a ginger supplement.
Splurging on a ginger cookie may work too! Slather on the hyaluronic acid This pregnancy-safe, moisturizing powerhouse may help improve the appearance of stretch marks, so find a cream or oil that includes it in the ingredient list. And the higher up it is on that list, the more hyaluronic acid there is in the product. Create a to-do list with your partner and divvy up the tasks. Try to rest more, move slowly, and sit or stand up straight to help give your lungs more room to expand with each breath.
Some moms-to-be experience nausea around 37 weeks pregnant, and it could be a sign that labor is about to start. Try to eat four or five smaller meals instead of three larger meals. Bland foods like rice, toast, or bananas can also help get you through these bouts of nausea. This one might not trouble you as much as your partner. Most moms-to-be go through some breathing changes during pregnancy thanks to hormonal changes, and toward the end, some snoring is not uncommon as the mucus membranes in your nasal passages tend to dry out.
Unstable on your feet. By now, your pregnancy weight gain means your center of gravity has shifted, making it easier for you to lose your balance. This extra weight from your baby, the placenta, amniotic fluid, and more can make it challenging to move around. To keep yourself steady, stand with your feet pointed in the same direction with your weight balanced evenly on both feet.
Try not to tilt your pelvis forward or backward, and avoid lifting or carrying heavy or bulky items. At 37 weeks pregnant, you could start to feel contractions that you might recognize as being similar to menstrual cramping.
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