Sooner or later in the life of almost every woman comes the most unforgettable and reverent moment. And the question, as some ladies may have already guessed, is exclusively about pregnancy. This exciting topic worries many people. Moreover, many women experience different sensations: from fear to pleasant excitement. But what does the expectant mother feel at 30 weeks of gestation, when everything is practically behind us, and the birth of the baby is expected ahead? This is especially an exciting moment for those ladies who have this first experience.
Although the bearing of a child is coming to an end, and maternity leave is approaching (if it has not already begun), a woman should be careful in everything. At this crucial time, even a slight blow to the stomach, for example, while traveling by public transport, can cause quite serious consequences. You will read about how everything happens and much more in this article.
Natural architect
Each woman who is in a position closer to the end of the term thinks about how the fetus develops at the 30th week of pregnancy. However, the fact of bearing a child is no less interesting.
Without a doubt, Mother Nature can be considered the most “advanced architect” to whom a person is very far away. And hardly anyone will argue with this statement. Everything is arranged in such a way that in the female body, of course, not without the help of the male, a new and sometimes surprising in many aspects life is created from its own cells.
Each of us living on Earth is unique in our own way, and there are no absolutely identical people all over the world! A healthy and happy baby is the best reward for all the trials that fall to the lot of every pregnant woman, without exception.
Throughout the entire period of pregnancy, the female body is reconstructed to the needs of the fetus, providing it with everything necessary for the full development. As a result of these changes at the physiological level, justified sacrifices are made, so it is so important to make up for losses through food and avoid stressful situations.
General information about the 30th week of pregnancy
The beginning of the third trimester implies a closer physical contact with your baby. This is the period when even premature birth can not harm either the mother or her baby. But such an outcome is not the norm, since the child has not yet completed his development.
In ideal conditions, the baby continues its development until its birth. In the meantime, he is in the womb and continues to receive all the necessary trace elements.
The child especially needs the support of the mother and her care, otherwise she will feel helpless and abandoned. In addition, qualified assistance from medical personnel is required with the involvement of specialized equipment. Nevertheless, children born at such a term always survive. In addition, the conditions of the modern world contribute to this 100%.
Week 30
All cardinal changes in the female body that began almost from the moment of fertilization of the egg have already occurred. However, the child continues to grow, his behavior changes, which ultimately gives his mother a lot of discomfort. It becomes harder and harder to move each time, movements slow down, and the walk looks more like a duck that has gone for a walk. The uterus is now located above its previous position, resulting in a certain pressure on the diaphragm. In turn, this leads to difficulty breathing and shortness of breath.
The course of the entire period of pregnancy, including a period of 30 weeks, largely depends on what kind of lifestyle a future mother leads. First of all, you need to adhere to the right diet and move more. But this does not mean that it is necessary to start cleaning, washing and other important matters in an intensive mode. This can adversely affect the development of the fetus at 30 weeks of gestation, so do not go to extremes - everything should be in moderation!
As for the genital organ itself, the size of the uterus is already impressive during this period of pregnancy. She periodically declines spontaneously, which indicates her preparation for the upcoming birth. This should not be cause for concern, since nothing threatens the child. But if at the same time a woman experiences pain of a sharp nature, it is necessary to immediately seek medical help.
It is important not to overlook the highlight. In particular, you should pay attention to their shade, texture, as well as smell. In the presence of changes, for example, the discharge began to resemble a curd mass or acquired a brown color, a doctor should be visited without fail. If there are blood inclusions or the fluid exits more than the prescribed volume, you should immediately call an ambulance.
What happens at week 30 of pregnancy yet? In most cases, edema appears, the reason for which is an increase in fluid in the female body. To avoid such complications, it is recommended to reduce salt intake, and it is better to completely eliminate it from your diet. The same goes for oily and spicy foods.
What sensations does a woman experience
Due to the still expanding uterus, pressure is exerted on the internal organs, including the lungs. As a result, this can provoke:
- constipation;
- heartburn;
- frequent urination;
- dizziness;
- bloating;
- nausea
In addition, a pregnant woman who is about to become a mother may be disturbed by insomnia. Often it arises due to the fact that it is impossible to take a comfortable posture for sleep. Being pregnant after 30 weeks, the best option is to sleep on your side. Moreover, it is better to purchase a special pillow, which will maintain the correct posture.
Significant discomfort can cause hemorrhoids, which is not uncommon among pregnant women. Fortunately, coping with it is not difficult. To help not only special candles, but also folk remedies. As a rule, such an unpleasant complication can go away on its own right after the birth of the baby.
The joyful feelings of the mother from the realization that the long-awaited child will soon be born fully compensate for all this significant discomfort. And how can you not rejoice when a new life develops inside you, every movement of the baby is felt. And it's worth it!
How is the child developing
And what happens to the baby at 30 weeks of gestation? The baby during this period of pregnancy is active, swimming in the amniotic fluid. His movements are already more conscious than before, and this often manifests itself in the form of a reaction to the environment. It is already almost fully formed, there is very little left, and soon he will be able to feel his mother’s embrace.
It is difficult to imagine how, from a set of cells, an embryo is first obtained, and then a child is formed with all the necessary human outlines. In addition, now the baby has noticeably added in growth and weight. In length, it reaches about 40 cm, and weight at 30 weeks of gestation is in the range from 1300 to 1500 grams. Moreover, he already has a layer of subcutaneous fat.
The brain continues to develop. Its hemispheres become larger, the formation of new gyrus and furrows. But while their main function is not activated, this will happen a little later - after the birth of the baby.
But the nervous system is slowly starting to get involved. Nerve cells begin to function, forming nerve fibers. A protective myelin sheath is formed around them.
Of particular interest is how the heart beats in babies of different sexes: it works calmly and measuredly in boys, while girls have faster contractions.
Despite the fact that immunity still continues to develop, this does not prevent it from repelling most infections.
The child is also preparing for childbirth
We can say that the baby’s body at the 30th week of pregnancy is already beginning to prepare for “going out”. A lot of work is assigned to the liver - the accumulation of iron, which is necessary to create blood cells during the first 12 months of a child’s life.
As for the skin, the wrinkles on it begin to gradually smooth out. The kid is covered with a special lubricant that protects him from bacteria and new temperature conditions. The original lanugo fluff, which appears in the 12th week, gradually disappears. However, many babies are still born with light vegetation on their bodies. However, parents have nothing to worry about, the fluff will soon disappear itself during the first week.
The respiratory system has almost formed, but not to the end. However, the fetus can already breathe at 30 weeks of gestation.
A woman can feel how the baby starts, not sharply, but rhythmically, and his movements are insignificant. Thus, his hiccup is manifested. Why this happens is still unclear. But there is a hypothesis that the child hiccups due to ingestion of amniotic fluid.
Pleasant movements
Without a doubt, any woman moving a child inside her will lead to indescribable delight! Since the baby is already well grown, it is becoming increasingly crowded in the uterus. And since there is not enough space, the baby leads a relatively calm lifestyle. And if in the middle of the gestation period he could move more actively, making up to 500 movements per day, then now this with all the desire not to do.
As a rule, the baby at the 30th week of pregnancy is already in that position, which will be maintained until the birth itself. What position he took, mom will be able to understand by feelings:
- If the movements are felt in the lower abdomen - this is a gluteal previa.
- If the movements are felt above the navel - this is a head presentation.
During the day, the baby makes a variety of movements. He can yawn before going to bed, frown when he doesn’t like anything, smiles when his mother is in a good mood. At this time, his eyes are already open, and therefore sometimes he blinks or blinks. In addition, it can respond to bright light penetrating the mother’s stomach. The uterus is not so dark, as many believe.
How active is the baby in the womb? Every mother cares how her child behaves. Here you should carefully consider its activity, it is advisable to measure fetal tremors at 30 weeks of gestation:
- In one hour during a period of violent activity of the child, he makes up to 6 movements.
- With a six-hour measurement, at least 10 shocks must be “registered”.
- As for the whole day, within 24 hours the child, if everything is normal, makes 24 movements or more.
It is worth worrying when the child does not manifest himself for 12 hours or more. In this case, you should visit a doctor as soon as possible.
What ultrasound can show at 30 weeks of gestation
If a woman was registered in a antenatal clinic in a timely manner, then a planned ultrasound is usually prescribed at the 32nd week of pregnancy. However, it may be necessary to get tested earlier, at week 30. The goals of the ultrasound are the same as before:
- Establish what position the baby has taken in the uterus. At the same time, he can still change his position, but every day the probability decreases.
- Assess the work of the heart and its structure.
- The parameters of the placenta are determined: its thickness (normally 30 mm), the place of fixation, the degree of maturity (as a rule, it is zero, but sometimes I degree can be assigned to it). In some cases, the development of gestosis is diagnosed.
- An assessment is made: does the fetus correspond to the gestational age.
- It also assesses how active the baby is and how its respiratory system functions.
With the help of ultrasound at 30 weeks of pregnancy, it is possible to identify possible abnormalities in the development of internal organs, which previously failed. The doctor documents everything that could be seen on the monitor, and then gives it out to the woman.
Severe discomfort
A constantly increasing uterus causes a certain discomfort to a pregnant woman, up to the appearance of pain. However, in most cases, the pain affects the lumbar and sacral spine. Many mothers after the procedure of massage and rest lying on their side with the bringing of the legs becomes better.
The presence of pain is due to uterine pressure on adjacent organs. In this case, the digestive system can be difficult, because of which the intestine also begins to suffer.
If you have pain at 30 weeks of gestation in the lower abdomen, you need to evaluate your feelings. If the pain is felt on the sides of the abdomen, goes away when the body position changes, then this indicates the stretching ligaments on which the uterus rests. Pain in the area of the pubic bones often indicates symphysitis. With more intense sensations, when the pain is uncharacteristic or severe, it is worth visiting a doctor.
Useful Tips
Experts recommend adhering to the correct diet throughout pregnancy, and not just at 30 weeks. Every woman should take care of this from the time when she found out about her new status. At the same time, you should eat regularly to avoid a feeling of hunger. And the portions should be small.
At the 30th week of pregnancy, it is necessary to show particular interest in the quality of the products. All half-baked dishes (seafood, sushi, fish snacks, steaks with blood) for pregnant women are prohibited! They need to be cooked, and steamed or baked, boiled, stewed. Frying in oil is also strictly prohibited, because there is no benefit, but only harm.
As for intimacy, in some cases it is contraindicated:
- Pregnancy is multiple.
- There is a threat of premature birth.
- The low location of the placenta or its presentation.
- Isthmic-cervical insufficiency (ICI).
- Hypertonicity of the uterus.
Otherwise, when the development of pregnancy at 30 weeks proceeds normally and with the woman feeling well and her desire, sex will become a pleasant and useful exercise. It is only necessary to be careful not to make sudden movements and avoid uncomfortable poses with pressure on the stomach.
Well, and finally some more useful tips:
- Pregnant women need a good sleep, and it is advisable to sleep on their side.
- Each time, going for a walk, it is better to take a medical card with you, since childbirth can begin unexpectedly.
- Since the woman is already on maternity leave, you can completely devote time to yourself and sign up for a special course that most women in the state take. There you can learn a lot of new and useful.
- At the 30th week of pregnancy, it is important at the first urge to visit the toilet to avoid constipation.
- If you are concerned about mild pains in the back and legs, a healing and gentle massage will come in handy.
- In a sitting position, never cross your legs, otherwise over time it provokes the appearance of varicose veins.
- You should refuse sweets, including baking and other products that lead to an increase in blood glucose.
- Grapes, cabbage, fresh bread, and legumes should be discarded - these products provoke the appearance of gases.
Well, and most importantly, that applies to all expectant mothers, without exception, it is important to stay in a cheerful mood most of the time. The child, being in the abdomen at the 30th week of pregnancy, feels this, and the good mood of the mother is also transmitted to him. And from this, he becomes happier every day.