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Trimester 3 · 38.6 cm · 1.15 kg

Week 29 Pregnant

Your baby this week

Your baby is the size of a butternut squash

Your baby this week

  • Muscles and lungs continue maturing
  • Head grows to accommodate brain development
  • Baby kicks more forcefully

How you might feel

Trouble sleeping

Side-sleep; pregnancy pillow.

Haemorrhoids

Fibre, hydration, and don’t strain.

Heartburn

Propped-up sleeping helps.

What to do this week

  • Tour your birth place
  • Practice relaxation techniques
  • Plan aqiqah logistics

Islamic guidance for week 29

A dua and a reflection

رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي

Rabbi‑shrah li sadri wa yassir li amri.

My Lord, expand my chest and ease my task.

Qur’an 20:25–26

Breathe slowly; your baby hears your calm.

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Content is for general information based on WHO and international clinical guidance. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider. See all pregnancy symptoms.