You are already at the thirty-eighth week of pregnancy, and now we can confidently say that the pregnancy does not last very long. Most expectant mothers in this period is already looking forward to the birth. If in the next two weeks will not start labor naturally, probably, the doctor will ask you to take action to artificially initiate them. Here we'll talk about ways in which you can speed up the onset of labor, however, before trying any of them, talk with your doctor or midwife.

What happens to the mother and child

Child: body length of the child from head to rump is about 36-37 cm. Its weight - about 3200-3250, he still lays subcutaneous fat, which helps regulate body temperature and serves as a shock absorber for the internal organs - which is especially important in childbirth. Now, when deliveries very close to the baby's skin opal most of lanugo that covered his body earlier.

Mom: At the thirty-eighth week of pregnancy, many mothers feel regular training bout. It provides an excellent opportunity to perform breathing exercises that you will be very useful during labor. When regular contractions begin with an interval between them lasting less than five minutes, immediately call your doctor, as this is likely to mean that labor has begun, and enter into an active phase.

This week it's time to collect a bag that you take with you to the hospital. Fold back the necessary clothing, underwear, hygiene products, as well as documents. In case you have a long wait for the active phase of labor, bring a book, player, or even a laptop.

If you have not already done so, make a note in your phone memory phone number of your doctor and the hospital in which to give birth plan. Also, just in case print out a detailed map of directions to the hospital - it can be useful if, for example, you have to go around the traffic jam. You may want to do a photo shoot - then you will be able to show these pictures the child, explaining that there, in the big belly - it is a few days before the birth.

Natural Ways to call delivery

In the last weeks of pregnancy, many future moms are thinking about how to induce labor - the fatigue of pregnancy causes a desire to give birth as soon as possible. However, before using any of these methods, you need to be sure that the child has turned head down and his natal development is almost completed.

Walking - one of the safest ways to call delivery. The effects of gravity and muscle tension contribute to the fact that the baby's head is lowered closer to the birth canal. Moreover, during the walk there is additional pressure on the cervix, which also prepares your body for the upcoming birth.

Sex is another way to induce labor. It helps in two ways. First, the female orgasm Female Orgasm: A Guide for Women   causes uterine contractions. Secondly, prostaglandins contained in seminal fluid may also cause birth. When cause birth in the hospital, doctors sometimes use the gel also containing prostaglandins.

Primrose oil is considered to be medium capable to soften the cervix and cause expansion. It is sold in capsules that can be inserted into the vagina before bedtime Dreams: how to understand our dreams ; it can simply be rubbed into the vagina.

Nipple stimulation induces the release of oxytocin, a hormone that causes contractions. (Pitocin used for artificial call delivery, is a synthetic form of oxytocin). Note: many doctors do not approve the use of this method call delivery, because it can lead to a very long and painful struggles, which may adversely affect your baby.

Castor oil is used to call the birth for centuries. However, its efficacy and safety into question. Castor oil is a laxative; it is assumed that, causing intestinal cramps, and it stimulates uterine contractions. Talk to your doctor before using castor oil as a means of calling for delivery.

However, it is better not to rush things. 38th week of pregnancy - a perfect time to check again whether everything was ready for the life of the baby in your home and, of course, sleep - will soon find the time for it will be very difficult.

The good news for preterm labor in the thirty-second week of pregnancy or after the baby has a good chance to be born and grow up perfectly healthy. In the absence of serious violations of children born in this period, you do not even have to spend a lot of time in the hospital.

Child

For the thirty-second week of pregnancy the baby's weight reaches approximately 1, 7 kg and height - 42 cm; uterus occupies more space in the abdominal cavity. You are typing approximately 0.5 kg per week, and at least half of the added growth by the child. Over the next seven weeks, its weight will increase at least by half, as he is now actively hoard subcutaneous fat, which will help it to survive outside the womb. He already has nails on the fingers and toes; some children in this period already has hair on his head, and someone else scalp resembles fluff.

Expectant mother

To meet the growing needs of the child, during pregnancy the amount of blood in the mother's body increases by 40-50%. Uterus stronger pressure on the diaphragm and stomach; the consequences of this may be shortness of breath and heartburn Heartburn - no cause for concern? . To reduce discomfort, sleep, enclosed waters of the head a few pillows and eat several times a day in small portions.

Back pain, especially in the lower back, is a fairly common feature of late pregnancy. However, if it becomes particularly severe, or if you have never been hurt lower back, call your doctor - this may be a symptom of the beginning of preterm birth.

Question of the week: Who do you want to see next to him during childbirth

Or anyone but the medical staff? Childbirth is a deeply personal experience, and the decision on the presence of family members, friends or a trained instructor only you can make. What should I consider taking such a decision:

There is no right decision. In a recent survey 44% of pregnant women were told that they did not want to see in the delivery room anyone but a partner and medical personnel; 37% said they would like to close was someone else from the family, and 16% would like to close with them during delivery has been a close friend. Only 3% want to be near a maternity and instructor.

Some men are afraid to be present at birth (some women also fear that). Participation in the labor partner should be your mutual decision. If he agrees, under your pressure is a risk that this experience will seem to him a nightmare. This topic has been discussed many times, and in spite of all the pros and cons, there is also no right solution. As a rule, men who themselves want to be at birth, time of birth of a child is becoming one of the most beautiful in my life; Everything else is better to wait in the hallway.

Do not give in to pressure from his mother-in-law In-law - a survival strategy Wishing to attend the birth of their grandchildren, if you do not want. The same applies to cases where the spouse wants to participate in childbirth, a woman to resist. Childbirth should primarily take place in a comfortable environment for you, so your loved ones must respect your desire.