Week by weekTrimester 3

Week 34 — size of a cucumber.

A two-minute partner brief: how baby is growing, what's changing for her, and one practical thing you can do this week.

For her

Sleep gets harder, Braxton Hicks may begin and nesting instincts kick in.

For baby

About the size of a cucumber. Organs and senses are developing on schedule.

Partner action this week

Stay calm — your calm is her calm.

Educational guidance, not medical advice. If you're worried about symptoms, contact your midwife, GP or maternity unit.

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