Week 33
Your baby is the size of a Celery
43.7 cm1.9 kg3rd Trimester
Week 33 of 42Trimester 3
T1T2T3
33
Weeks
79%
Complete
63
Days left
🥬Celery
Your baby is the size of a Celery
43.7 cm
Length
1.9 kg
Weight
What happens in week 33
- 1Bones hardening — skull bones remain soft for birth
- 2Immune system getting stronger
- 3Brain continuing rapid growth
- 4Baby clearly responds to light and sounds
Common symptoms
- Insomnia common — finding comfortable position getting difficult
- Numbness in fingers and hands
- More frequent practice contractions
- Nesting instinct begins (urge to clean and organize)
Checklist for this week
- Follow nesting instinct — but don't overdo it
- Sleep position: lie on left side with pillow between knees
- Finalize and meet pediatrician
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This information does not replace medical advice. Contact your midwife or OB/GYN with questions.