Changes During Pregnancy - Week 28

Mother

You have just entered the final trimester of your pregnancy. You will have to start seeing your doctor more often such as once in a fortnight. Your breasts become extremely tender. They may start leaking colostrum. You must increase your weight gradually to protect, comfort and nourish your baby throughout your pregnancy.

If your blood test shows a Rh-negative factor, you may be given a RhoGAM injection. This is important for the baby's survival in case his and his mother's blood mix during pregnancy.

You may experience leg cramps, itching, back pain and inflammation. A good massage may help to relieve this uneasiness. Remember to keep your legs raised above the waist when you are seated.

If you are suffering from asthma, your baby may be at risk because he is deprived of oxygen inside the womb. Such babies may be born preterm, or they may have low birth weight and wild blood pressure fluctuations. However, asthma triggers are best avoided during pregnancy. You may be given an influenza vaccine to eliminate viral infections.

Baby

Your baby gains more weight. He recognises voices and his eyes are completely developed. His eyelashes start blinking. His hair continues to grow and his lungs continue breathing. Folds and grooves start developing and expanding on his brain's smooth surface. Layers of fat continue to form.