Third Trimester

In the third trimester you will see your OB/Gyn more often as you are nearing your due date. And so will increase the vaginal exam which obviously is discomforting but very essential so the best you can do is close your eyes and think about the baby, you will not feel the discomfort.

Well initially in this trimester you will feel vigorous fetal movements, sometimes visible through the clothing. Ah you will love it! But the movements will decrease with the growing size of the baby.

The baby gains the most weight in the last 13 weeks of pregnancy. Most of the organs are developed at the end of eight months. Tremendous brain growth occurs. Drink plenty of liquids, have juicy fruits and vegetables regularly to prevent constipation.

At the end of the third trimester the fetus usually settles into a head-down position in the uterus. You will likely feel some discomfort as you get close to delivery and you may have restless nights. So sleep/rest whenever you can. Try to sleep on your side, with pillows for support between your knees or under your belly.You will urinate often as the growing uterus presses on your bladder. Breathing may become difficult and you may get heartburn, swelling, back pain , constipation and you may also get Braxton Hicks contractions , which are "warm-up" contractions. Do not rush to the hospital. They don't lead to labor.My doctor told me it prepares you for birth.
Ah well who said its easy to be a mother...all for the baby!!