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Third Trimester

Week 30 of pregnancy

Your baby is the size of a cucumber.

Length: 39.9 cm / 15.7 in · Weight: 1.32 kg / 2.91 lbs

Baby at 30 weeks

  • Baby is rounding out — less wrinkled.
  • Bone marrow producing red blood cells.
  • Eyes can distinguish light + dark.

What you may feel

  • Bigger bump.
  • Possible carpal tunnel.
  • More uncomfortable.
  • Pelvic pressure.

This week’s checklist

  • Birth plan drafted.
  • Pelvic floor exercises continuing.
  • Consider antenatal classes if not yet.

Key milestone

Baby fills out — softer features.

Doctor / midwife visits

Antenatal classes continuing.

Top foods this week

Educational only — not medical advice. Always consult your midwife or GP. Sources: NICE NG201 antenatal care, NICE NG207 inducing labour, NHS, RCOG. Read the full medical disclaimer.