Baby’s Developments
The brain of the foetus is now assigning differentiated areas for the distinct functions such as taste, smell, vision, hearing and touch. The foetus measures about 15 cm and weighs about 240 g, and the arms and legs are now in proportion to the rest of the body. A coating called the vernix caseosa is forming on the skin. This is a wax like coating and its function is to protect the skin of the foetus from cuts and scratches during the birthing process as well as retain heat so as to keep your baby warm. The body fat levels of the foetus also increase in an attempt to store up fat for after birth.
Changes in the Mother
The difficulties with regard to constipation, gas, leg cramps etc. continue. You will now most probably have started preparations for welcoming your baby. But it is not enough to simply have the clothes, nursery and equipment ready. Now is a good time to do some research on Paediatricians so that you can promptly give your baby the necessary attention. Get some testimonials on various Paediatricians, their schedules and their locations, what hospitals they’re practising in, how emergencies would be handled and their policy on phone calls. It is very important that you choose a Paediatrician who is qualified, good in their work as well as calm, understanding and willing to answer questions with patience since it is likely, especially if this is going to be your first baby, that you will have a lot of questions to be answered.