34th week of pregnancy – it won’t be long now! The development of the baby and the associated complaints

At 34 weeks, the baby's physical development is complete. The exception is his head, which must be flexible for the birth. The expectant mother has to make some important decisions despite her pregnancy symptoms.

How does the mother's body change in the 34th week? Which month is it?

The 34th week of pregnancy is her 8th month and 3rd trimester. During this week, the mother needs a lot of rest. She may be disturbed by swelling, especially in the lower parts of her body, such as swollen feet. She will probably need bigger and more comfortable shoes. This is caused by water stagnation in the body, but don't worry because everything will return to normal soon after birth.  

It is also true that women suffer from heartburn, but this can be effectively relieved with medication that is safe during pregnancy. Another option is to lie on your left side. This prevents food from backing up into the oesophagus. A pregnant woman should also eat appropriately - in particular, she should avoid spicy and overly fatty foods, as these can make the symptoms of hyperacidity worse.

As a result of the hormonal changes, the future mother may have problems with her eyesight. She mainly suffers from dry eyes.  

Changes in the circulatory system can lead to sensitive gums, including swelling and slight bleeding in the mouth. The expectant mother must pay special attention to this, because bacteria are often the cause of premature births.

The contractions that occur in the 34th week of pregnancy can be an indication of the birth, especially in a multiple pregnancy. Most of these pregnancies end before the 37th week.

What happens to the baby in the 34th week of pregnancy?

In the 34th week of pregnancy, the baby should weigh more than 2 kg. Its length varies between 40-50 cm. As the baby is constantly growing, it has limited space in the womb. Therefore, in the 34th week of pregnancy, the baby's movements are limited. 

The baby also learns to swallow amniotic fluid. This is good exercise for his respiratory system. The infant's digestive system is already quite efficient. Outside the womb, he can certainly cope. His skin is less wrinkled. The organs of the genital system are also forming.

The baby already has all his bones. Only his head is not yet fused together. It needs to be flexible so that it can fit through the birth canal. The baby can try to lie down in a head position. His nails are also growing. His eyes open and close alternately.

Is it possible to give birth in the 34th week?

Birth is possible in the 34th week of pregnancy. The newborn is treated as a preterm baby because it is a very premature newborn and the baby's respiratory system is not yet sufficiently functional. Babies born at 34 weeks may need respiratory support.

In the 34th week of pregnancy, mothers of twins can expect a premature birth. This is usually delivered by caesarean section to avoid complications with a natural birth. These mothers should go to hospital if they have strong contractions.