Look at my baby boy nose and lips 😍 one more week and I will be in my 3rd trimester.
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2 Apr 2024
Common Complications at the 3rd Trimester
Common Complications in the 3rd Trimester
Your Body's Final Sprint: What's the Deal with Braxton Hicks?
So you've made it to the third trimester, go you!
🌟 Your baby is almost here, but before that big day, you might experience some "practice contractions" known as Braxton Hicks contractions.
These are different from real labor contractions and are generally more uncomfortable than painful.
- How to Identify: These contractions make your belly feel tight, but they're irregular and usually disappear when you change positions.
- What To Do: Keep yourself hydrated and try shifting positions or walking around.
- When to Call a Doctor: If the contractions become regular, last for more than a minute, and start coming closer together, it might be real labor! 🏥
You've Got Fluid, But Is It Too Much or Too Little?
Let's talk about amniotic fluid, the protective liquid that your little one is floating in.
Both oligohydramnios (low levels of amniotic fluid) and polyhydramnios (high levels of amniotic fluid) can be concerning.
- Oligohydramnios Symptoms: Darker than usual amniotic fluid, decreased fetal movement, and a small baby bump for your stage in pregnancy.
- Polyhydramnios Symptoms: An unusually large baby bump, shortness of breath, and swelling in the legs and feet.
- Medical Tests: Your healthcare provider may recommend an ultrasound or amniotic fluid index (AFI) measurement to check the fluid level.
Remember, while these conditions might sound scary, they are usually manageable with medical intervention. 😇
Sweet or Not-so-Sweet: Managing Gestational Diabetes
Here comes the glucose test!
This isn't about baking, but it's about something just as sweet—your blood sugar. Gestational diabetes can develop during pregnancy and could affect both you and your baby if not managed properly.
- Symptoms: Frequent urination, feeling overly thirsty, and fatigue.
- Diagnostic Tests: You'll typically undergo a Glucose Challenge Test and, if needed, a Glucose Tolerance Test.
- Management: Diet adjustments, regular exercise, and in some cases, medication like insulin.
Please consult your healthcare provider to formulate a treatment plan tailored for you. You got this, mama! 💪
The Weight of the Matter: Preeclampsia Awareness
Last but certainly not least, let's talk about preeclampsia.
This is a condition that usually occurs after the 20th week of pregnancy and is characterized by high blood pressure and can involve other organs like the liver and kidneys.
- Warning Signs: Sudden weight gain, severe headaches, and blurry vision.
- Monitoring: Regular blood pressure checks and urine tests are a must!
- Management: Medication to lower blood pressure, bed rest, and in severe cases, early delivery.
So there you have it, a roundup of some common complications you might face during the final trimester. Remember, while these might sound daunting, your healthcare provider is there to guide you every step of the way.
Stay empowered and informed! 🌈
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miangel
23 Sep 2023
Any body else having complications because I’m about to be in my second trimester and I’m so over it right about now
Caitie
Mine got better in the second trimester other than catching the viruses going around
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Bambi
11 Aug 2023
Anyone start leaking amniotic fluid in the 3rd trimester? How did you know? And did it cause complications? I’ve already messaged my midwives, just have stressed myself out now 😅
Bambi
Hopefully it’s something similar! I’m waiting to hear back from my midwife now because everything I looked up said to at least notify someone! But thanks for telling me your experience!
27 Mar 2024
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Lauren
11 Aug 2023
Has anyone else been prescribed unisom to help with insomnia in your 3rd trimester. If so, is it safe or cause any complications. First time mom and have taken no medication throughout my pregnancy.
Kinng's 👑 Mommy 💙🧸
Well if ur Dr prescribed them to you than take them !
27 Mar 2024
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Vivian Brown
Unisom is safe and my doctors confirmed so. Been using it for nausea insomnia ND help me eat when am awake.i use it on my last pregnancy. And it's been helpful. Am 21week now still have nausea insomnia . unisom has been a life saver .
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Trinity
16 May 2023
3rd trimester and it feels like the 1st trimester all over again…..oh let’s not forget the hot flashes at night😮💨 😮💨😮💨 #32wks
Ale
At how many weeks did your nausea go away at first ?
27 Mar 2024
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Trinity
It left once I started my 2nd trimester started but it’s going on day 2 and the symptoms I had then are coming back. I can’t drink sodas not even ginger ale. Only water tea and Gatorade. My appetite is decreasing
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Jacquelynne
23 Apr 2023
Any other moms out there get to the 3rd trimester and boom all the 3rd trimester symptoms hit u all at once or is it just me
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Naya
14 Mar 2023
Any moms first trimester sickness came back in their 3rd trimester?? Except worse? My morning sickness is back in full affect at 36 weeks and I am drained omg
Angel
Yep and tough
27 Mar 2024
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Naya
Yessss omg and I am so miserable 😭
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Claudia
14 Nov 2022
Okay TMI I’m in my 3rd trimester has anyone else experience a high sex drive in there 3rd trimester? Like every time I look at my husband I just want to do it he can literally just be sitting there doing nothing and boom like is this normal?😂😂😂😂😂😂😳😳😳😳😳
candy
I literally posted something I don't know what it's is I can't tell if it's because I'm having a girl and all the hormones or what but I was trying to explain that my husband is freaking out bout sex now because he felt the baby move so 😂I had bust toys out for myself now his feelings hurt
27 Mar 2024
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Claudia
Omg same my husband gets scared thinking he’s going hurt the baby or me and I have to explain everything 😂😂 even show him pictures of how the baby is in a bag for him to understand 😂😂😂😂😂😂
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Meshonia
16 Jul 2022
Any mothers on here in there 3rd trimester be having a hard time at night going to sleep😩😩😩😩😩😩
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Play hypnobirthing. It helped me a bunch with sleep
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Meshonia
Is that a app are something never heard of that
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Madison
2 Jun 2022
The sweating in the 3rd trimester tho??? I can’t even deal with it 😓 anyone else super hot at 36 weeks???
Destiny
Lucky me I only had this problem during 3rd trimester this time because my first pregnancy oh my Goodness it was the whole entire pregnancy and I thought something was wrong with me lol
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