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Baby at pregnancy week 29

Week 29

Your baby is the size of a Butternut squash

38.6 cm1.15 kg3rd Trimester
Week 29 of 42Trimester 3
T1T2T3

29

Weeks

69%

Complete

91

Days left

🎃Butternut squash

Your baby is the size of a Butternut squash

38.6 cm

Length

1.15 kg

Weight

What happens in week 29

  • 1Brain growing rapidly — surface developing typical folds
  • 2Bones fully developed but still soft and flexible
  • 3Baby very active — space getting tighter
  • 4Muscles and lungs getting stronger

Common symptoms

  • Strong baby movements, sometimes painful
  • Frequent urination increasing
  • Water retention (edema) worsening
  • Fatigue and exhaustion returning

Checklist for this week

  • Pack hospital bag — it could happen anytime
  • Prioritize rest and sleep
  • Learn about breastfeeding — attend a class or watch videos

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This information does not replace medical advice. Contact your midwife or OB/GYN with questions.