Week 37
Your baby is the size of a Swiss chard
48.6 cm2.9 kg3rd Trimester
Week 37 of 42Trimester 3
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Weeks
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🥬Swiss chard
Your baby is the size of a Swiss chard
48.6 cm
Length
2.9 kg
Weight
What happens in week 37
- 1Baby is considered 'early term'
- 2Lungs are mature — baby can breathe independently
- 3Firm grasp reflex present
- 4Baby gaining approx. 30g per day
Common symptoms
- Increased practice contractions — hard to distinguish from real ones
- Mucus plug may release (bloody show)
- Extreme fatigue or sudden energy bursts
- Diarrhea or loose stool as labor sign
Checklist for this week
- Real contractions: regular, getting stronger, intervals shortening
- If water breaks, go to hospital IMMEDIATELY
- Practice relaxation techniques (breathing, meditation)
- Everything is ready — you've got this!
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This information does not replace medical advice. Contact your midwife or OB/GYN with questions.