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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.
Recommended picks
Prenatal pick
Ritual — Ritual Essential Prenatal
Choline + DHA + folate from methylfolate (not synthetic).
Prenatal pick
Nordic Naturals — Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA (Strawberry Softgels)
Premium fish-oil DHA in strawberry softgels — gentle on the stomach.