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.
