Having my baby boy today at 34 weeks and 5days! Praying for a safe delivery 🙏🏾!!!
WeMoms
9 Apr 2024
My baby at 34 weeks of pregnancy
Your Baby
at 34 Weeks
As big as a honeydew melon
Length
18
Weight
5
Your baby is now about the size of a cantaloupe, measuring roughly 18 inches and weighing approximately 5¼ pounds.
They continue to gain weight steadily, preparing for their arrival.
What's new this week?
Baby's Changes Overview
Do not hesitate to play music to your baby when he/she is awake
Your little one's lips are more chubby now
Baby is sensitive enough to feel a single hair brush against the body
Open 3D Baby to see all changes
- Musical Response: Playing music for your baby when they're awake can be a delightful way to interact.
Physical Development: Your baby's lips are getting chubbier, and their sensitivity has increased to the point where they can feel a single hair brush against their body.
Preparation for Birth: Many babies are now assuming their final position for birth, head down, preparing for their journey into the world.
Your baby, the size of a cantaloupe, is developing a protective layer of fat. You might feel them getting into the final birth position, which can affect your comfort and mobility.
Juliette, Midwife for 8+ years
Helping baby's development
As your baby's development continues:
Kidney Function: Your baby's kidneys are efficiently processing and eliminating urine.
Kidney Function: Your baby's kidneys are efficiently processing and eliminating urine.
Sleep Patterns: Your baby is establishing a sleep schedule, preparing for life outside the womb.
Liver and Circulatory System: The liver is actively filtering, and the heart is fully formed, pumping blood effectively.
Brain Development: Rapid brain development is occurring, preparing your baby for sensory experiences and cognitive functions.
Your baby is well on their way to being ready for birth, with physical, sensory, and internal systems nearly fully developed.
Continue to nurture your body and baby as you prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
Top Asked Questions
What role does my baby's hearing play in bonding with me?
At 34 weeks, your baby's hearing is well-developed, and they can recognize and respond to your voice. Bonding through talking and singing is essential.
Can my baby display facial expressions in the womb?"
While it's challenging to see, some studies suggest that babies may make facial expressions in response to stimuli or changes in their environment at 34 weeks.
How does my baby's lung development prepare them for breathing?
Lung development continues at 34 weeks, with increased surfactant production. This surfactant helps keep their air sacs open and facilitates breathing after birth.
What is the significance of my baby's rapid eye movement (REM) sleep at 34 weeks?
REM sleep is crucial for brain development. At 34 weeks, your baby experiences REM sleep, which is believed to contribute to their cognitive development.
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Rickie
3 Aug 2023
A little bumpdate. 💜 will be 34 weeks on Friday! Baby girl is getting so big. 🥹 Lemme see your belly bumps! 👇🏻🙂
💕💕Mom of 2 👸 👸 💕💕
Almost 28 weeks Sat aka 7 months can’t wait
27 Mar 2024
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Lizbeth
16 May 2023
How much did y’all babies weight at 34 weeks? Mines weight 6 pounds 1 oz. I’m measuring 35 weeks and 5 days and I’m 34 weeks and 2 days
Kirra
My baby is 5lbs 7oz at 34 weeks
27 Mar 2024
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Nita
My little man is only 4 lbs 15 oz 😩
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Jakia Shaneice
4 Apr 2023
is having a baby safe at 34 weeks ? 😩😩😩 I’m scared like is it healthy for the baby
Alisha
What do you mean safe? Your baby will need Nicu time. I know from experience I had a 34 weeker
27 Mar 2024
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🫧✨🍼PrettyAssMamaof3🍼✨🫧
Depends on so many variable I personally would wait to try to induce anything but my friend had a 34 week old n he went home wit her after like 2 days
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Alisha
20 Mar 2023
How much did your little one weigh at your 33/34 week ultrasounds? I have my ultrasound Thursday and I’ll be 34 weeks on Sunday. Cannot wait to see my sweet boy, hoping to see him In 3d too!
Vale🤍🫶
When I was pregnant with my son, he weighed 5lbs 5oz at 34 weeks and at birth weeks he weighed 8lbs and 4 ozs❤️
27 Mar 2024
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23 Dec 2022
34 weeks & 3 days today, baby weighing 5 pounds and 1oz . How big was y’all babies at 34 weeks?
Heaven
I didn’t get a weight till I was 36 but he was 3 pounds last they checked 🙃 I’m 37 weeks now and that was last ultrasound for this pregnancy FYI🥺
27 Mar 2024
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sabrina
Mine was about 4 pounds and something. He has been measuring a little small. i had my growth last week and they said he is between 5 to 6 pounds and in the 50th percentile.
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Kernedra
15 Dec 2022
We Are Officially 34 Weeks 2 Day N 3 More Weeks 2 Go N Baby Boy Will Be Full Term N Definitely Can Come At AnyTime
Irene
Yes i dont think ima hold all the way to my due date i had my babies back to back i be going thru it so might not be January 24th
27 Mar 2024
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Kernedra
trust me I am thinking the same thing
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Yanetsy
29 Nov 2022
When did you ladies prepare for your baby’s? Will be 34 weeks Thursday and was thinking about finally setting things up for his arrival
Tiyla Banks
34-36 weeks Baby's due almost any day as of 36 weeks
27 Mar 2024
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Yanetsy
I think ima prepare because there already talking about him coming early I can be looking at a Christmas baby
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Jazz
13 Sep 2022
Baby is only 4 pounds 6 ounces at 34 weeks 6 days. How can I get baby weight up?
Blocked user
Those late scans are notorious for being off. Sounds like you aren't 2 fast behind tho. Baby had plenty of time to grow and towards the end os when baby very nice n fat
27 Mar 2024
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Blocked user
They usually gain alot the last couple months you should be fine
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Dorothy
29 May 2022
I pray these next few weeks go baby fast i hope baby girl honestly come at 34 weeks 🙏🏻💕🤰🏻
Teisha
Hope you feel better soon I was in the same situation but my doc want to tale the baby at 37 weeks instead of 32. I dont no if the steroid shot will work for you if they give it too you.
27 Mar 2024
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Dorothy
Thank you second time she start perterm Labor my water end up breake 5:30 am Friday morning I’m done with the steroid shot I’m still talk the antibiotics
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