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Third Trimester: The Home Stretch
Preparing for baby's arrival in weeks 28-40.
The final countdown. Here's what to expect and do before baby arrives.
Physical Changes
- Baby drops lower (lightening)
- Braxton Hicks contractions
- Frequent bathroom trips
- Difficulty sleeping
- Swelling in feet and ankles
Checklist
- Install car seat
- Pack hospital bag
- Finish nursery
- Tour hospital/birth center
- Create birth plan
- Pre-register at hospital
- Stock freezer with meals
Warning Signs to Call Doctor
Heavy bleeding, severe headache, vision changes, decreased baby movement, water breaking, regular contractions before 37 weeks.