Week 42
Your baby is the size of a Pumpkin
51.7 cm3.6 kg3rd Trimester
Week 42 of 42Trimester 3
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🎃Pumpkin
Your baby is the size of a Pumpkin
51.7 cm
Length
3.6 kg
Weight
What happens in week 42
- 1From week 42, pregnancy is considered post-term
- 2Close monitoring is standard now
- 3Induction is generally recommended
- 4Baby is fully developed — it is safe to induce labor
Common symptoms
- Strong pressure and heaviness in pelvis
- Possibly fewer baby movements (less room)
- Exhaustion at peak
- Practice contractions can be very intense
Checklist for this week
- Discuss induction methods with your doctor (gel, balloon, drip)
- Continue counting movements — report changes immediately
- You've made it 42 weeks — you are incredibly strong
- Soon you'll hold your baby in your arms!
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This information does not replace medical advice. Contact your midwife or OB/GYN with questions.