Week 37 pregnancy

What’s happening in week 37 of your pregnancy?

Your baby is now curled up in the fetal position. His chin is tucked down and he’s hugging his arms and knees close to his chest.

His organs are ready to function. At this point, your baby is considered to be early term, but you can still encourage the development of your baby’s body and bones by consuming protein and calcium-rich foods respectively.

Your baby should now weigh about 6.5 pounds (nearly 3 kilograms) now. He will be gaining about half an ounce per day this week.

How is your baby’s brain developing?

The connections between your baby’s brain neurons and muscles are improving. This allows him to develop fine motor skills, like grasping his tiny toes.

Support your little achiever’s learning journey by consuming more “brain foods”, which contain DHA. This omega-3 fat is present in foods such as salmon and sardines.

What pregnancy symptom might you experience this week?

You may find yourself having an overwhelming urge to clean, cook or get your house organized. This is known as ‘nesting’, a normal instinct due to nerves about the big changes that are about to come. Make the rest of your pregnancy as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, too, with these tips:

Delegate nesting responsibilities. Work out how your partner or a family member can take on some of these chores.

Rest as much as possible. Your due date is just around the corner. Save your energy for the big day!

 

Mom’s Tip of the Week

You and your partner might be packing for the hospital stay by now. Aside from essentials such as toiletries, do consider taking along some birthing aids like stress balls, and perhaps a camera to capture those first moments as a bigger family.