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Trimester 3 \u00B7 49.8 cm \u00B7 3.08 kg

Week 38 Pregnant

Your baby this week

Your baby is the size of a leek

Your baby this week

  • Organs are ready for life outside
  • Vernix and lanugo begin to shed
  • Baby continues to gain fat

How you might feel

Mucus plug may release

Can still be days to labour.

Insomnia

Mid-night wakeups are common.

Hospital bag ready?

Last chance to pack.

What to do this week

  • Watch for labour signs
  • Car seat installed
  • Freezer meals stocked

Islamic guidance for week 38

A dua and a reflection

لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ الْحَلِيمُ الْكَرِيمُ، سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ

La ilaha illa‑llahu‑l‑haleemul‑kareem, subhanallahi rabbi‑l‑‘arshil‑‘azheem.

There is no deity but Allah, the Forbearing, the Most Generous. Glory be to Allah, Lord of the mighty Throne.

Bukhari 6345

Your body is teaching itself the rhythm of labour. Don’t fight it.

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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.