Third Trimester

(28th week – new born child)

The third trimester lasts from the 28th week to the birth of the newborn. In the third trimester additionally pregnant women notice breathing difficulties. Some of the commonly observed changes include

What happens to your body?

• Your skin and ligaments continue to stretch to accommodate your growing baby.
• You get tired easily, and sleeping becomes more difficult
• You will experience short breath, as the baby grows in your abdomen

Your emotions

During this last stage of pregnancy, you may be worried or anxious about labour and the birth of a child, or how to manage a parenting mind set.

You will notice uncomfortable in bed and frequent bathroom visits can mean poor sleep, which is known to trigger irritability and low mood.

Although most pregnant women see the third trimester as an exciting time and feel positive about the next stage, one in 5 will experience antenatal anxiety or depression. Seek help early if this is how you are feeling.