27th week of pregnancy: how the fetus develops and what happens in the body

Some experts classify this week as the second, and others as the third trimester. But in any case, we can say that you are now approaching the next milestone, and childbirth is just around the corner. Most mothers are tired of feeling clumsy and clumsy, but the main thing is not to give up and not turn into a lazy dumpling, then time will fly by faster and there will be no “side” effects.

27th week of pregnancy - what's happening

The numerous inconveniences that we have already had to endure are exhausting: all kinds of pain, constipation, shortness of breath, heartburn, bloating, frequent urge to go to the toilet, fatigue, clumsiness, sleep problems- all this does not have the best effect on the psycho-emotional state of a woman. This week, swelling of the arms and legs is more common. This is a temporary concern that can be avoided by simply following a proper diet, normal physical activity and reducing the amount of salt consumed.

Do not lift weights, try to sit correctly (preferably on chairs with backs), keep your posture straight, start doing exercises that are designed specifically for pregnant women, they will help strengthen the back muscles and then the lower back will not bother you. It is better to sleep on your left side. Take a walk every day, especially before bed. Try to avoid harmful external factors that can aggravate your condition with your baby.

Tune in to the positive, now the baby feels the same as you, so try to protect yourself from neuroses and irritating factors. Enjoy life, look for only the positive in everything, and then the rest of the perinatal period will pass like clockwork.

27 weeks of pregnancy - what happens to the baby

This week, the baby, just like you, has entered a new stage, now it will grow and develop somewhat more actively. Now his weight is about 900 g, and his total height is about 36 cm. Rapid development is not least associated with the rapid formation of the brain. Now the baby’s pituitary gland begins to produce its hormone somatotropin, which is responsible for growth.

The thyroid glands begin their work, the production of pancreatic insulin is organized, the thyroid gland produces thyroxine and calcitonin, which affect the calcium content in the child’s body, as well as the formation of mental activity and metabolic processes.

Each time, the baby becomes less and less dependent on the mother’s body and her hormone status, and can even take on some of the functions, so at week 27 a pregnant woman often feels relief if there was any discomfort before.

By this moment, all the fundamental organs are fully formed, but the respiratory system and immunity continue to develop, carefully preparing for the responsible first launch. At week 27, surfactant begins to form. This is a substance that helps the alveoli open at the moment of the first breath. By the time the baby is born, there should be enough of this “component” in the body; otherwise, the baby will have to be urgently connected to a special device. But even if the baby decides to be born now, modern medicine will be able to provide all the necessary conditions to bear the baby.

Now he looks more like a newborn baby: his eyes have formed, you can see eyelashes, his nails are growing, his hair and eyebrows are noticeable, and his genitals are very clearly visible. The skin is still wrinkled, but it is no longer as bright red as it was before and will only become lighter in the future; now subcutaneous fat is accumulating at an even faster rate.

The baby's eyes are already fully opening and closing, he reacts well to light and to its absence. And the baby behaves like a full-fledged baby: he smells, tastes, hears and distinguishes voices, plays and has developed his own routine.

Despite the fact that the child has already grown significantly, he still has enough space for revolutions and games. He continues to swim and move his legs towards his face. In such games, the limbs are trained and the muscles only get stronger each time. The mother already feels perfectly all the movements of the baby and his acrobatic coups. Sometimes you can even guess how diligent the child is now. Sometimes the baby may start to hiccup, but there is no need to worry about this, since it does not cause him any discomfort.

27th week of pregnancy: photo

This is how the baby grew up at 27 weeks of pregnancy.

Belly at 27 weeks pregnant

At week 27, every woman has an impressive belly. Of course, because now a whole toddler is sitting there. However, with an ever-growing belly, so does the discomfort. It is becoming increasingly difficult to do once familiar simple things, but all these inconveniences are offset by the anticipation of the birth of a child. Along with the growth of the abdomen, unpleasant marks may begin to appear on it. stretch marks, which then will not go anywhere. Therefore, it is very important to start paying due attention to your body, regularly moisturizing it and applying special care products designed for pregnant women to problem areas. Pay special attention to the sensations in your stomach. So, for example, if severe pain occurs or it becomes stiff, be sure to inform your supervising doctor about this as soon as possible.