When did your belly button start to pop out?🤔 I know not everyone’s does. But I’m just curious. Mine started around 27 weeks, I’ll be 30w in two days.
WeMoms
9 Apr 2024
Your body at 30 weeks of pregnancy
Your Body
at 30 Weeks
As you approach the final weeks of pregnancy, your body and baby are making their last preparations for birth.
Here’s a focused look at what to expect in week 30 and tips for managing the changes.
Symptoms of the week
Braxton Hicks
contractions
Leaking breasts
Winded
Braxton Hicks Contractions: Increasing as your body readies for labor.
Leaking Breasts: Colostrum production begins, indicating readiness for breastfeeding.
Feeling Winded: Your expanding uterus presses against your diaphragm, affecting breath.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Swelling may compress nerves in your wrist, causing discomfort.
Leaking Breasts: Colostrum production begins, indicating readiness for breastfeeding.
Feeling Winded: Your expanding uterus presses against your diaphragm, affecting breath.
Others
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Swelling may compress nerves in your wrist, causing discomfort.
Your baby's lively movements create a strong bond between you two. Take time to finalize your birth plan, ensuring it aligns with your preferences and needs.
International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Is it normal?
Breathing Difficulties: A common adjustment as your baby grows.
Colostrum Leakage: A healthy sign of your body preparing to nourish your baby.
Stretch Marks on Breasts: Reflect rapid physical changes and hormone fluctuations.
Cervical Changes: Effacement and dilation are your body's natural preparation for birth.
Colostrum Leakage: A healthy sign of your body preparing to nourish your baby.
Stretch Marks on Breasts: Reflect rapid physical changes and hormone fluctuations.
Cervical Changes: Effacement and dilation are your body's natural preparation for birth.
Top Asked Questions
Top 5 questions answered
What are some exercises that can help prepare my body for labor?
Exercises like prenatal yoga, pelvic tilts, and Kegels can help prepare your body for labor.
What is a baby shower, and who should host it?
A baby shower is a celebration of the impending arrival of a baby, and is typically hosted by friends or family members.
What is a birth center, and should I consider giving birth in one?
A birth center is a facility that provides a homelike atmosphere for low-risk births. Talk to your healthcare provider to see if it's a good option for you.
What is a birth ball, and how can it be used during labor?
A birth ball is an exercise ball that can be used during labor to help alleviate pain and encourage movement.
What is a postpartum doula, and should I consider hiring one?
A postpartum doula provides emotional and physical support to new parents in the weeks following birth. Hiring a postpartum doula is optional, but can be helpful.
Taking care of yourself
Stay Active: Gentle exercises like walking and pelvic floor strengthening (Kegels) can enhance circulation and support labor preparation.
Comfort Measures: Utilize a stability ball for better posture and core strength. Consider wrist splints for carpal tunnel relief.
Hydration and Nutrition: Keep well-hydrated and maintain a balanced diet to support your body's increased needs.
Comfort Measures: Utilize a stability ball for better posture and core strength. Consider wrist splints for carpal tunnel relief.
Hydration and Nutrition: Keep well-hydrated and maintain a balanced diet to support your body's increased needs.
Plan for potential hospital or birth center logistics, such as parking or admission
Stay informed about potential signs of preterm labor or other complications
Consider taking a childbirth education class or hiring a doula for additional support
Prepare for potential breastfeeding challenges or difficulties
Monitor your baby's movements and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider
Teaser for next week
Be prepared for new sensations like a decrease in appetite, mouth discomfort, and the peculiar but common phenomenon known as "lightning crotch."
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Kaila
15 Jul 2023
30w&&2d I just love the way I look being pregnant! It's such a blessing what us women's body's can do! Super happy I havnt been getting sick anymore and havnt been in the hospital lately.. so things are getting better! Hope they stay this way... lol I love you Kaiden Mikael! 💕😘
Ashley
I love being pregnant. I have always felt so sexy.
27 Mar 2024
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Katona
9 Apr 2023
30w and 2d Anyone else at this point of pregnancy and feel like baby's almost ready. I may be 30w but I'm preparing for baby's arrival at 37 jusy in case. My last chi)d did.
Charissa
I don’t think HE’S ready but I know *I’M* for damn sure ready lol
27 Mar 2024
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Katona
haha right?
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Lin
17 Jan 2023
Who started getting uncomfortable w pain like period sometimes after 30w being pregnant? Specially while sleeping at night😓?
Xena
I get those every time I enter a new week of pregnancy. It's cause the uterus is growing although with you being 32 weeks it could be that your body is preparing for birth.
27 Mar 2024
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Hannah
ME!!! it literally takes me 30 minutes just to roll over in bed & when i do , it feels as if my lower body is breaking in half !!!
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Madison
15 Nov 2022
What does it mean when my stomach is measuring 2 weeks ahead? Like, I’m 30W but measuring at 32… it’s been measuring like this for about a month/month and a half now.
sherry❤️🔥
Baby is growing two weeks ahead big baby :)
27 Mar 2024
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Madison
I didn’t know if that’s what it meant or if it meant that they were two weeks off on my due date
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Kendall
20 Sep 2022
getting induced at 30w 2d due to severe preeclampsia. hopefully gonna meet my babygirl in the morning🥰🥰
Jennifer & Ariana
You got this mama and congratulations
27 Mar 2024
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Keoshia
Congratulations 🎊🎈
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Tammy
27 Aug 2022
Little man and I made it to 30w today! The official 10w countdown begins!!🥳🥳🥳
Shay 💝
Yayyy ! Homestretch is here 🤗🥳
27 Mar 2024
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❤️Brielles❤️world❤️
I'm so ready for 30😍
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alana
10 Aug 2022
anybody else 30w+ having really bad anxiety & constantly worrying about something? i think it’s nesting. i’m also so mad all the time.
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Yndira
21 Jul 2022
Baby measuring 4 pounds 2 oz at 30w 5d looks like I'm having a big baby boy and he head down but couldn't get no face picture because he was facing my back why he so stubborn smh.......
Rochelle
Same thing happen to me she wouldn’t turn around yesterday so I couldn’t get any pics
27 Mar 2024
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Yndira
they been stubborn and that was probably my last time seeing him till birth smh
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Cheyenne
24 May 2022
Hi moms! I’m currently 32 weeks but at my last appointment when I was 30w and 6days I was measuring 27 cm and they scheduled a growth scan for me.. and I think I’m only measuring about 28cm now, any thoughts?
tera
Baby could be small i was like that with my youngest
27 Mar 2024
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Emily
This is kinda where I am. I am behind too...so we will see in a few days when I go back to doctor. Personally ultrasounds are alot more accurate than fundal height. Plus u have to remember everything is just an estimate!!
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