30 weeks pregnant: how the fetus develops and what happens in the body
The thirtieth week indicates that the eighth month of pregnancy has begun, which is already quite a lot. The mom-to-be is already pretty tired, but the momentous moment has become much closer. In the meantime, the baby continues its active development in the womb of mommy. Now, when the period of the decree comes, it's time to devote maximum attention to yourself and prepare for getting to know your child.
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30 weeks pregnant - what happens to the baby
Now the baby has grown completely. If in the first weeks of conception its dimensions were less than a millimeter, now the growth of the baby has exceeded the mark of 40 cm. Over the entire period of development, his body has already accumulated a little fat, and the weight has approached 1.5 kg. Now the baby's lungs have learned to produce a special substance called a suffractant, which prevents the body from sticking together during breathing. But this does not mean that the baby can live outside the mother, the respiratory organs are still developing and it is better for them to do this in a safe womb.
Meanwhile, the brain continues its development, on which convolutions and grooves are still formed. Little by little, the nervous system of the little man begins to connect, nerve cells are included in the work, nerve fibers are formed, around which there is a protective myelin sheath.
The baby's skin is still wrinkled, but it is already beginning to smooth out. Despite the fact that the baby is still in the original grease, the fluff is gradually starting to fade. True, some children are still born with the remnants of Lanugo, he comes off himself, after a while.
During this period, the baby's liver is especially trying to work, constantly producing and accumulating iron, so that later, during the first year of life, "sponsor" the entire body with reserves. There is clarity and rhythm in the heartbeat. And here a very interesting fact is noted: in girls, the heartbeat is chaotic and fast, and in boys, on the contrary, it is measured and calm.
In this interval of the perinatal period, the baby becomes somewhat tighter in the abdomen. In the main number of cases, by this time, the kids are already taking the position in which they will be born. Due to the fact that the space is minimal, the activity of the crumbs falls. Therefore, if mommy feels the baby's anxiety (for example, he beats hard and sharply) this should be a cause for concern. During this period, the baby begins to actively make grimaces: he frowns, yawns, blinks and smiles. His eyes are already open, he reacts to the included light that enters him through his mother's belly.
30 weeks pregnant - what's going on with mom
The uterus continues to grow, and therefore begins to squeeze the organs of mommy more strongly, and this, in turn, leads to frequent constipation, heartburn and a frequent urge to urinate. Light dizziness may also be present this week, due to the pressure of the uterus on the chest with the lungs. Unpleasant sensations are possible in terms of bloating, feelings of nausea and the emergence insomnia.
However, all these unpleasant sensations are brightened up by the understanding that a new life has arisen inside and now a man sits in the stomach, who is closer and dearer than anyone else in the world. This week pushing will have a slightly different character than the previous ones. If earlier the crumbs had plenty of room and he felt free, so he simply pushed off the walls of the uterus. Now, due to the lack of sufficient space, tremors will occur when the child touches the wall of the uterus with his elbows, heel or elbow.
It is best to control the motor activity of the crumbs in order to figure out in time if something goes wrong. It is worthwhile to be wary if the baby has become too active, or completely quiet, this may indicate some problems. Most often, frequent and strong movements speak of oxygen starvation. But another factor must also be taken into account, for example, in a similar way, the reaction of a crumbs can manifest itself to loud music, bright light and other stimuli. As a guide, you can use the following norms: within an hour it is normal to feel up to six shocks, and during the day about 24.
Pain at 30 weeks of gestation
The pains that follow a woman throughout pregnancy are often associated purely with internal changes. In the body, something is constantly changing, there are some restructuring, which makes itself felt in the form of pain. For 30 weeks, pulling low back pains are more characteristic, the cause of which is the constantly increasing abdomen, softening of the ligaments with the joints and a change in the center of gravity. The only way to protect yourself from such a nuisance is to keep the correct posture and often give your spine a rest.
Abdominal pain can also appear for several reasons, for example, due to poor diet, which provokes bloating. Therefore, in the perinatal period, it is better to completely exclude foods that provoke this bloating: sweets, beans, cabbage, grapes, etc.
At 30 weeks, headaches may bother, which is similarly explained by internal restructuring. Considering that it is impossible to indiscriminately use medications, consult with your supervising doctor about the selection of medication. Better yet, do without them altogether, just by adjusting your regime - have more rest, walk in the fresh air and eat right... In extreme cases, you can make cool compresses by applying a towel soaked in cold water to your forehead.
At this time, the expectant mother begins to worry about edema, which is explainable by the accumulation of fluid in the body. But you can also protect yourself from this - by reducing the use of salt to a minimum, drinking 1.5 liters of liquid a day. It is also worth "throwing out" all harmful substances from the diet: fatty, fried, spicy, pickles, soda - all this contributes to water retention. Buy and wear orthopedic insoles and shoes with “healthy” heels. Rest your legs every day, laying them out on an easy rise so that they are slightly above the level of the heart. If the swelling does not go away during the day, be sure to talk to your doctor, since a similar symptom has a complication called "preeclampsia".
Childbirth at 30 weeks gestation
Thirty weeks is not the right time for delivery. However, some women are giving birth to their babies right now. In any case, such a process is called premature, but at the same time the baby is considered absolutely healthy.
Of course, it is ideal when the baby goes through all development while in the mother's womb. But, as they say, you can't go against nature. Here is such a curious and restless child who suddenly became bored of sitting in the dark. The main functions that help in maintaining vital activity in the crumbs are developed. But despite this, doctors take such babies for constant monitoring of their health. After artificial gestation, the child returns to mom.
