Welcome to your week 40 update. It's the last pregnancy update from us and officially the last week of your pregnancy. Your marvelous journey as a mum is about to start!
When you have a moment later, please add your baby's actual birth date to your profile page. And we look forward to joining you again if you'd like more tips and advice.
You and your baby
Your baby at 40 weeks
No particular news this week – except the biggest news of all. Your baby is all ready for life outside your womb. But don't panic if they don't appear this week – it's not uncommon for babies to be up to 14 days late!
You at 40 weeks
You are about to go through one of the most amazing experiences any human can have. And you won't be doing it alone. Your little one will be helping with every tiny muscle, pushing towards the birth canal and twisting into position. Their cranial bones won't be fused yet, to make it easier to be born.
We're sure you've been eating nutritiously to give your baby the best start in life. If you're feeling a bit full now, the best way to keep your energy up is to eat little and often. And if you fancy something as a treat this week, do indulge. You've earned it!
Pregnancy:
the first seconds of life...
Depending on your birth plan, the midwife might lay your newborn on your chest straight after birth. It'll be a great comfort for your little one, and it's quite something for you to feel your baby for the first time ever. If that's what you choose, enjoy the moment!
Get some expert help
This is our last pregnancy update, so all of us at the SMA® Baby Club wish you the very best of luck for the big day. You're doing great!
