Pregnancy: 25 weeks

How the child grows:

This week, the height of the baby is 35 cm, and the weight is 700 grams. He begins to gain weight, and his skin is smoothed. His hair also grows, and you can already determine their color and texture.

Important: the development of each child is strictly individual. Our information is designed to give you an idea of the development of the fetus.

Changes of the future mother

The child at this stage is not the only person with a thick head of hair. Your hair can look more dense and shiny due to hormonal changes.

You can also notice that you are not moving so gracefully. If your doctor does not recommend that you stop exercising, continue to do so, but do not forget to adhere to certain safety rules: do not exercise under extreme fatigue, as well as with pain, dizziness, or dyspnoea. Do not lie on your back, nor do exercises with an increased risk of falling. Drink more water, and also begin to exercise loads from the workout.

When carrying out a sample to detect a sugar load, usually at 24 to 28 weeks, an analysis can also be conducted to detect anemia. If blood tests confirm iron deficiency anemia (the most common type of anemia), then the doctor probably recommends iron intake.

Constipation: "To ease constipation, add oat grains or wheat bran to bread, yogurt or even sauce." - Christina

3 Questions about ... Prenatal care in the third trimester

How often should I see a doctor?

Between 28 and 36 weeks you will come for an inspection every two weeks. A month before the birth, the number of consultations will increase to once a week.

How will the consultations take place?

• The doctor will ask you about the physical and emotional health, as well as any problems that have arisen since the last consultation. The doctor will also ask about possible vaginal discharge and bleeding. Tell him if you have any symptoms that you have not discussed.
• The doctor will ask about the movements of the child. Be sure to tell him if you notice that the child has become less active.
• The doctor will measure your weight and check your urine for pre-eclampsia, urinary tract infection, and other problems. Also, the doctor will measure the pressure and check the swelling of the ankles, hands and face.
• The doctor will measure the child's heartbeat, and check its position, and also measure the volume of the abdomen and the distance from the lumbar bone to the upper part of the uterus, to control the rate of growth.
• The doctor can check the cervix.
• The doctor will draw your attention to the symptoms of premature birth and pre-eclampsia, as well as other warning signals.
• The doctor will be ready to discuss with you all the questions regarding delivery, so that you can think again about the list of questions.
• Discuss with your doctor questions about breastfeeding, as well as methods of postpartum contraception.

What tests can appoint a doctor?

Depending on your situation, you may be assigned the following tests:

• Hematocrit / hemoglobin index
• Revealing of gestational diabetes.
• Screening of Rh antibodies: If you have a negative Rh factor, then the screening of antibodies will be repeated at week 28.
• Identification of sexually transmitted infections: a doctor will take a smear to identify chlamydia and gonorrhea, and blood will be tested for syphilis.
• Detection of Group B Streptococcus: Between 35 and 37 weeks, an analysis will be performed to identify group B Streptococcus in the vagina and rectum. If the result is positive, immediate treatment is not prescribed. Instead, antibiotics are administered intravenously during childbirth.
• Biophysical profile of the fetus.

Activity of the week: Devote this week to your partner. Show tenderness to your partner: go for a romantic walk, tell him about your love and the importance for you of his support. Tell him that he will become a wonderful father for your child and explain why. Close physical and emotional contact will help you get closer.

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