Third Trimester

(7-10 Months of Pregnancy)
28-40 Weeks

Appointments
• Every 2 weeks (30-36 weeks)
• Every week (36-41 weeks)
• Check baby's heart beat
• Measure uterine growth
• Check blood pressure, urine, weight
• Rhogam injection for Rh negative mothers at 28 weeks
• Glucose test at 28 weeks if not done at 26 weeks
• Vaginal culture testing for beta strep at 36 weeks
• Vaginal exam to check for cervical dilation starting at 36 weeks

Physical Changes
• Backache
• Difficulty sleeping
• Increased urination
• Pelvic pressure as baby gets bigger
• Breast changes:
o Fullness
o Tenderness
o Nipple discharge
• Baby may decrease large movements due to decreased space in the uterus

Classes (Take at 30-34 Weeks)
• Childbirth, labor and delivery
• Breastfeeding
• Daddy boot-camp
• Infant CPR

Problems to Report
• Baby not moving
• Signs of labor before 36 weeks
• Fever or other illness
• Accident or fall

Signs of Labor
• Uterine contractions: menstral-like, becoming stronger and closer together and may cause back pain
• Bag of water leaking or breaking
• Vaginal Bleeding

Contraception
• Learn about your options: Pills, condoms, vaginal foam, IUD, patch or ring.
• No intercourse for 6 weeks after delivery