Third Trimester - What exactly is a
trimester?
Every pregnancy is divided into three time periods, or
trimesters, which are each about three months in duration and called the Third,
second, and third trimesters.
First
Trimester
Second Trimester
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Fetal Development and Symptoms
Check out the development
phases, and possible symptoms that might be experienced during your maternity
via the following link:
Pregnancy Week by Week.
Discover when your
baby’s eyelashes are developing. By Week 31 your baby’s eyes respond to
light, appears less red and wrinkled and by this time your baby might
have grown a full head of hair. Labour that starts
before 37 weeks is considered premature.
Third Trimester - When does the
Third trimester end?
When does the Third trimester end? How long is the Third
trimester? The following table provides details of the duration and time
periods for each of the Trimesters of pregnancy, including the Third
trimester:
|
Third Trimester - Dates of Trimesters |
| Third
Trimester |
Conception
to 12 weeks |
| Second
Trimester |
Week 13 -
Week 28 |
| Third
Trimester |
Week 29 -
Birth of Baby |
|
Third Trimester - Dates of Trimesters |
Third Trimester Pregnancy symptoms
From the beginning of the third trimester the baby is able to
survive, with or without medical help, outside of the womb. The final
weight gain takes place during the third trimester. It is the most
weight gain throughout maternity period. The baby grows the most rapidly
during the third trimester pregnancy stage and can gain up to 28g per day. The
weight gain shows in the size of your belly! The shape of your belly
changes as the belly drops due to the baby turning in a downward
position ready for birth. Your belly will drop down quite low and you
will be able to lift your belly up and down! Symptoms during
the third trimester include the navel sometimes becoming convex
and "popping" out due to the expanding abdomen. Other symptoms include
weak bladder control, heartburn and back-ache.
Flying during the Third Trimester
One of the most common questions asked by pregnant women is can
you fly during Third trimester? Obstetricians and Gynaecologists recommend
that women don’t fly after their 36th week of pregnancy and some
airlines have there own restrictions, so it's worth checking these and
also checking that your medical insurance covers all eventualities which
may occur if you fly. Always veer on the side of caution. It is always a good
idea to discuss your travel plans with your doctor before you fly.
