What is happening to your baby:

• Your baby weighs about 2 kilograms.
• Your baby is about 48 centimetres long.
• Your baby’s skin colour has turned from red to pink due to increased fat accumulation.
• Your baby’s head size has increased substantially because of rapid brain growth.
• Fat continues to be deposited under the skin. This will help your baby to regulate temperature after birth.

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What is happening to you:

• You may be suffering from heartburn.
• Feet and ankles may be swollen due to water retention (oedema).
• If you suddenly feel swollen or puffy in your hands or face, experience severe headaches, abdominal pain and nausea and/or vomiting, call your doctor immediately. You may be suffering from pre-eclampsia.

What to do:

• Go shopping: Start stocking up on front-fastening nighties and clothing suitable for breastfeeding.
• Read our advice on how to relieve heartburn.
• Drink plenty of fluids to reduce water retention.

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