~ 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 Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 11 Week 12 Week 13 Week 14 Week 15 Week 16 Week 17 Week 18 Week 19 Week 20 Week 21 Week 22 Week 23 Week 24 Week 25 Week 26 Week 27 Week 28 Week 29 Week 30 Week 31 Week 32 Week 33 Week 34 Week 35 Week 36 Week 37 Week 38 Week 39 Week 40 Calendar Index Due Date Calculator ~~~~~ Bummis Diaper Covers Medela Breast Pumps Bummis Diaper Kits