The First Trimester of Pregnancy Health Article

The third trimester lasts from week 28 to the birth of the baby. This may be an exciting and stressful time for you and your partner. New issues may emerge. You may wonder: How will labor and delivery go? Will my baby be healthy? Will I be a good parent? Should I breast-feed? Am I ready for this? These may be similar to the fears you had when you first discovered you were pregnant, only this time they are more real. These thoughts are normal; it is okay to be a little scared. The important thing is that you learn as much as you can about what you can expect during these last few months of pregnancy, during delivery, and after the baby is born.

This area covers many of the concerns women and their partners have during the third trimester. You will learn about the office visits and screening tests you should have during these months, along with warning signs of complications you should watch for. This area also covers some of the physical changes common in the last months of pregnancy and ways you can relieve these symptoms and keep yourself healthy through diet and exercise. If you are concerned about a possible symptom or complication of pregnancy, talk to your doctor or health care provider.

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