Trimester 3
8th month of pregnancy
Weeks 32 to 35. By the end of this month your baby is about the size of a small pumpkin.
Week 32
Baby practises breathing movements. Toenails and fingernails are complete.
Practice: Practise calm breathing and visualisation. Choose stories of courage, kindness and patience.
Week 33
Bones harden while the skull stays flexible for birth. Baby recognises your voice.
Practice: Practise calm breathing and visualisation. Choose stories of courage, kindness and patience.
Week 34
The central nervous system and lungs continue to mature.
Practice: Practise calm breathing and visualisation. Choose stories of courage, kindness and patience.
Week 35
Kidneys are fully developed. Space is tight, so movements feel like rolls and stretches.
Practice: Rest deeply. Keep the evening story ritual — familiar voices and routines comfort baby after birth too.