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Third Trimester
Week 40 of pregnancy
Your baby is the size of a small pumpkin.
Length: 51.4 cm / 20.2 in · Weight: 3.46 kg / 7.63 lbs
Baby at 40 weeks
- Your due date — only ~5% of babies are born on the actual EDD.
- Baby continues to gain weight (some).
- Vernix completely gone (some).
What you may feel
- Big bump.
- Impatient.
- Frequent urination.
- Variable contractions.
This week’s checklist
- Membrane sweep offered 40-41 weeks.
- Induction discussion at 41 weeks per NICE NG207.
- Keep moving (walking, light exercise) to encourage labour.
Key milestone
Due date — but most babies arrive 38-42 weeks.
Doctor / midwife visits
Membrane sweep + induction discussion.
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.