39^th Week

A Little Star Getting Ready to Shine

Welcome To Week 39!

You are right at the finish line and ready to give birth at any moment. Your body works overtime prepping the birth canal as the baby’s head moves deep into the pelvis, commonly triggering intense pelvic pressure, pre-labor nausea, or the opening “show” discharge.

Your baby is fully positioned for birth and now weighs over 3 kg, measuring approximately 50.1cm from head to toe.
A critical layer of fat has fully developed under the skin to safely regulate body temperature after birth.
Fetal boys may typically be slightly heavier than girls at this final stage of full-term development.
Real labor contractions are distinct because they become progressively painful, frequent, and do not fade with rest.
Baby is about the size of a mini watermelon.

Changes in Your Body

Nesting energy, stronger pelvic pressure, and possibly a ‘bloody show’ can appear.

What's Happening Inside?

The baby is considered full term, with organs ready to function independently.

When to Check With a Doctor

• Heavy bleeding.
• Severe abdominal pain.
• High fever.
• Reduced or no baby movement.
• Fluid leaking or your water breaking.
• Regular contractions before 37 weeks.
• Severe headache, vision changes or sudden swelling of hands/face.

Helpful Tips for Week 39

• Watch closely for signs of labor.
• Keep prenatal appointments as scheduled.
• Rest and stay relaxed.
• Have your hospital bag and birth plan ready.

Pregnancy Week by Week

03

04

05

06

07

08

09

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

39th Week