Welcome to week 27, the start of your third and final trimester. Nearly there now!
You and your baby
Your baby at 27 weeks
Your little one isn't so little anymore! If he or she was laid out next to your forearm, they'd reach all the way from your hand to your elbow. Also, your baby nearly has what it needs to start breathing, so everything is coming along nicely.
You at 27 weeks
We bet you keep trying to picture what your baby looks like. As the big day approaches, the curiosity can become overwhelming. All we can do is show you the computer picture above. But we're sure your baby looks far more beautiful!
Even experienced mums can benefit by going to ante-natal classes. That's because advice about pregnancy and giving birth does change from time to time, and the tutors can pass on any new ideas directly to you. Your midwife can recommend local classes.
Nutrition: long live snacking
As baby presses on your stomach, acids can be forced upwards, causing you heartburn at night. A light evening meal can help, topped up with a snack later if you feel peckish. Try yoghurt with fruit - bananas help with leg cramps too.
Remember our Careline team is always on hand to help. You can talk to our expert mums about any worries you may have. Get in touch 24/7 using our live chat, by phone or by email.
