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Pregnancy Week 40 ~
It is now 39 weeks from your last menstrual
period. Your baby is now at 37 weeks gestation and is almost 14
inches long from crown to rump (19 inches from head to toe) and
weighs about 7 pounds.
The vernix that covered your baby's body
is mostly gone now.
WOW! Your baby has grown from one tiny
little cell to over 200 million! Your baby will be born when he
or he is ready -- maybe as much as two weeks from now. Only a very
small percentage (about 5%) of babies are born on their due date.
Advice
for Mom
If you are planning to breastfeed, remember it is not instinctual.
Remember that it might take a little time for you and your
baby to adjust to each other. Seek support and guidance.
Note any passing of fluid
and notify your doctor immediately.
Congratulations!
You will be holding your abby in your arms in no time!
Check
out our on-line Baby's First Year Calendar
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