Baby is the size of a
honeydew melon
Baby this Week
- Baby is now two-thirds of his or her birth size.
- Skin is changing from being quite transparent to opaque and is very wrinkled.
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How Big is Baby?
Baby is 15.71 inches long (39.9 cm)
(Measured from crown to heel)
Baby weighs 2.91lbs (1319 grams)
*Metrics above are estimates of baby at 30 weeks.
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Your Developments
- The volume of amniotic fluid decreases to make room for the growing baby.
- Heartburn often occurs as the stomach emptying time is delayed causing a burning sensation in the throat.
Pregnancy To Do’s
- If you are experiencing heartburn, try drinking milk between small, frequent meals. This problem will disappear soon after baby’s birth.
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