Pregnancy week 32

Your baby at week 32

Baby practises breathing movements. Toenails and fingernails are complete.

Your body at week 32

Breathlessness, heartburn and disturbed sleep are common as baby grows. Practice contractions may begin.

Garbh Sanskar practice for week 32

Practise calm breathing and visualisation. Choose stories of courage, kindness and patience.

This week's stories

• Day 218: Yudhishthira and the Yaksha by the Lake

  This story illuminates the power of pausing before we act. Yudhishthira’s patience and clear-headedness, even when faced with overwhelming grief, show that true strength isn’t just physical power. It’s the wisdom to act from our principles, or ‘dharma’, ensuring fairness for all, not just our own personal gain.

• Day 219: Hanuman Lights the Mountain

  This story illustrates that when faced with an overwhelming problem, sometimes the most creative and bold solution is the right one. It shows how devotion, when channeled, can lead to extraordinary action that goes beyond the original plan.

• Day 220: Krishna Lifts Govardhan

  This story transforms the idea of God from a distant, demanding force to an intimate, loving protector who is always present. Krishna doesn't just deflect a threat; he creates a space of absolute safety and community, showing that true refuge is found in loving presence, not in appeasing powerful forces.

• Day 221: The Banyan Deer Who Took the King's Place

  This story illuminates the power of compassionate leadership. It shows how empathy and self-sacrifice can transform hearts and create a world of safety and peace, planting a seed of true leadership and care for others in your little one.

• Day 222: Hafiz and the Singing Bird

  This story illustrates that our true voice is found not in imitation, but in listening deeply. It shows that courage and expression can be nurtured by connecting with the small wonders of nature, revealing a strength we didn't know we possessed.

• Day 223: Mata Khivi's Langar Kitchen

  This story illuminates the Sikh principle of 'Langar,' the community kitchen where all are served without distinction. It highlights how selfless service and sharing food can create a sanctuary of equality, compassion, and belonging, nurturing both body and soul.

• Day 224: The Four Friends and the Hunter's Net

  This story highlights how different strengths and quick thinking, when combined in friendship, can overcome any obstacle. It shows that true cooperation is born from love and trust.