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Third Trimester
Week 36 of pregnancy
Your baby is the size of a romaine lettuce.
Length: 47.4 cm / 18.7 in · Weight: 2.70 kg / 5.95 lbs
Baby at 36 weeks
- Considered term: any week from 37 is full term.
- Baby practicing breathing motions.
- Storing fat for after birth.
What you may feel
- Lightening (baby in pelvis).
- Increased pelvic pressure.
- Possible nesting instinct.
- Trouble sleeping.
This week’s checklist
- 36-week midwife appointment.
- GBS swab if not done.
- Birth plan finalised.
- Hospital bag ready by door.
Key milestone
36-week midwife appointment + presentation check + birth plan.
Doctor / midwife visits
NHS 36-week appointment + presentation check + GBS.
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.