Eighth month of pregnancy
Pregnant women should take into account many precautions during pregnancy, especially in the eighth month so as not to be born prematurely, during this month, the woman feels several symptoms of pregnancy fatigue and fatigue, difficulty breathing, specifically during sleep, in addition to difficulty in movement as a result The mother is also exposed during this month to bulge in several areas of the body specifically the parties, digestive problems such as constipation and indigestion in addition to access to the bathroom a lot because of the pressure of the uterus on the bladder.
Development and position of the fetus
- It will reach 40 cm long and weighs 1.5 kg.
- The fetus will start to give birth and its head will be lowered so that it can go out through the cervix.
- As a result of high fetal weight you will notice a significant increase in your weight as well, by half a kilogram each week.
- The growth of the fetus slows down during this period.
- His brain develops as well as his lungs.
- If your fetus is male, your testicles will start to go into the scrotum, but if a female completes the growth of her ovaries.
- According to studies and research, the fetus in this period looks around, uses facial expressions and learns to breathe and can also hear the sounds around it, all this and more happens to the fetus in the eighth month in your womb.
Tips and Advice
- Avoid standing for a long time, and try to sit comfortably with cushions behind your back or under your feet.
- Stretch on your bed every four hours.
- I walk for at least half an hour every day, and make sure to choose a time when the sun is low and carry a bottle of water. If your pregnancy is during the winter, it is advisable to walk in the morning or sunset, whether or not before.
- Join yoga classes.
- Eat a healthy, balanced diet that contains essential nutrients for the body, which at the same time avoid digestive problems such as constipation. Eat fiber-rich foods as well as fresh vegetables such as leeks, as well as meat and eggs.
- Massage the top of your thighs and down your belly, as well as your pelvic area.
- Keep your breast fat with warm oil such as olive oil or almond oil, daily including the nipple as well.
- Take enough sleep and rest, at least 10 hours a day.
- Get away from things that cause you to stress and stress.
- Drink plenty of water.