36 weeks pregnant
You are so close! Only four weeks to go before your due date. You might be feeling a sense of wonder as your body seems to …
Week by week pregnancy
Follow the miraculous journey of your pregnancy in our comprehensive week-by-week guide.
39 weeks pregnant
If you’re 39 weeks pregnant, that means you’ve carried a baby to term. It’s almost time to meet the little tyke and your body is working hard to keep both of you safe and healthy. You may be feeling more tired than you’ve ever been in this …
40 Weeks Pregnant in NZ – What can symptoms can you expect?
Only 5 percent of babies arrive on their due date, and 30 percent of pregnancies go past 40 weeks, so don't be worried if your baby doesn’t arrive perfectly on time. Most mums worry that they won’t recognise the signs that their labour has begun, …
41 weeks pregnant
The countdown is now officially on! Your body is ready for labour, you're packed and ready to go ... but baby hasn't made an appearance yet. Rest assured, only 5% of babies arrive on their due date. Use these 'extra' days pre-baby to slow down, and …
Week 42 ⏰ no more waiting!
Hey mama - it's time. Neither you nor baby can wait any longer - and we know that you at least, are more than ready for baby's arrival! What was once a tiny poppyseed is now fully developed, and the placenta, which provides nutrients to baby, is …
Baby has arrived!
Baby is here! Congratulations to you on the birth of your new baby! love from the OHbaby! team x The first few days of your baby's life are an exciting time - and sometimes a little frightening too! To help in the early days at home, you are …
23 weeks pregnant
YOU You may start to feel the odd pain in your tummy from this point on. These pains, known as Braxton Hicks contractions, actually started very early in your pregnancy, but it is only as your uterus gets bigger that you will begin to notice them. …
24 weeks pregnant
Symptoms of pregnancy at 24 weeks As your body changes, there are many observable changes externally, other than the ever-swelling bump and breasts. Your innie becomes an outie Stretch marks forming Linea nigra forming As well as external …
25 weeks pregnant
How your body changes at 25 weeks pregnant Pregnancy can create some digestive issues. This is due to two main factors. One is that the hormone progesterone, which you have more of when pregnant, slows down the emptying of your stomach. This is so …
26 weeks pregnant
YOUYour uterus provides a safe haven for your baby before birth. But what about after your baby is born? He or she will be moving about your home in what seems like no time at all. Take the time now to safeguard your home by baby proofing. Covering …
27 weeks pregnant
Pregnancy symptoms at 27 weeks pregnant During pregnancy, you might be amazed at how your body instinctively nourishes, grows and protects your baby. It all just naturally happens, and you don’t need to know how to do anything. However, caring for …
28 weeks pregnant
YOU Get ready to be seeing a lot of your LMC's clinic. Starting this week, you'll probably be visiting your doctor or midwife every other week instead of every month. Now that you are into the third trimester, you may be starting to feel bigger, …
29 weeks pregnant
YOUDuring pregnancy, iron is important for replenishing the red blood cell supply, accommodating the demand created by increased blood volume, and providing the baby with adequate iron stores for the months after birth. You should be eating at least …
30 weeks pregnant
YOUConstipation is a common complaint of pregnancy. The pregnancy hormones that allow you to maintain your pregnancy slow the digestive process considerably, and if you are taking an iron supplement this can exacerbate constipation. Exercising …
31 weeks pregnant
31 weeks pregnant in NZ: What to expect. At 31 weeks of pregnancy, things are pretty far along and you have just nine weeks to go until you can finally meet your baby. Colostrum secretion: You may notice your breasts secreting a thick, …
32 weeks pregnant
Pregnancy symptoms at 32 weeks With only eight weeks to go, you’re reaching the more uncomfortable part of pregnancy. You’re feeling bigger, and possibly experiencing a range of symptoms that range from slightly annoying to reasonably …
33 weeks pregnant
33 weeks pregnant in NZ: What you can expect The average pregnancy weight gain in NZ is about 450 grams per week. It seems like a lot, but your baby is growing fast at this stage. Plan birth pain relief: With labour and delivery so close, you may …
34 weeks pregnant
What to expect of a pregnancy, 34 weeks in During the 34th week of pregnancy, you may have difficulty sleeping. You may also be feeling anxious about going into labour and caring for a newborn. Aches and pains are commonplace at this stage. Given …
35 weeks pregnant
Your expected body changes at 35 weeks pregnant You’ve made it to week 35 of pregnancy! You’re probably feeling big, awkward, hot and uncomfortable. But that’s because you’ve got an almost-full sized baby inside you. You might find otherwise simple …
14 Weeks Pregnant - Your pregnancy symptoms at 14 weeks
You are finally, officially, in your second trimester. This is when you glow, allegedly; those sore breasts, as well as the morning sickness and exhaustion should hopefully be lifting. Your uterus is about the size of a fist, and it’s moving upwards …
Your pregnancy symptoms at 15 weeks pregnant
You could be noticing your clothes are getting tighter. You might need to invest in looser pants soon as you start ‘showing’. If this is not your first baby, you’ll start to show earlier than first time mums. Your heart is pushing a lot more blood …
16 Weeks Pregnant - What pregnancy symptoms can you expect?
Over upcoming week, you will likely begin to feel your baby's movements. This is called the quickening. It will probably start as a feeling of light fluttering in your stomach. While it might feel similar to gas bubbles initially, it will become …
Week 17
17 weeks pregnant and body changes You may be experiencing a range of different symptoms from your pregnancy. Every baby and each Mum is different, but there are many commonly-experienced symptoms at 17 weeks pregnant: Are you hungry constantly? …
18 weeks pregnant
18 Weeks Pregnant | Pregnancy Symptoms | OHBaby! You're approaching the halfway mark, and you've probably begun thinking about your upcoming life with your baby. Things to consider include whether you are going to have baby sleep in your room for …
Pregnancy symptoms at 19 weeks pregnant
There are so many different things that can happen to your body during pregnancy. Hormones and all those changes designed to support your growing baby combine to make your life very uncomfortable at times. Leg cramps: After a long day, all you want …
20 weeks pregnant
You're half way through this pregnancy journey! Your bump will be super cute, and you're probably feeling more positive about your baby’s long term prospects. As a result, you will likely be in full swing planning baby names, nursery ideas, and …
21 weeks pregnant
YOU By now you will probably be able to feel the top of your womb, it will be almost level with your navel. Over the next ten or so weeks you will continue putting on weight, only now at a faster rate. Sometimes this weight gain can seem …
22 weeks pregnant
YOU By now you will definitely be needing to make some adjustments to your wardrobe, you will probably find you can manage with a combination of maternity clothes and loose fitting clothing such as tracksuit pants and yoga pants. You may find that …
Six weeks pregnant
YOU One of the early signs of pregnancy which you may be experiencing this week is extreme tiredness. You may find that by the end of the day you are absolutely exhausted and sometimes just getting through the day can be difficult. Try to rest as …
Seven weeks pregnant
YOU Most of the changes taking place in your body won't be obviously noticeable: your body will now be producing more blood as the placenta uses aroud 25% of the blood in your body, your cervical mucous will form a plug at the opening of your cervix …
Eight weeks pregnant
YOUPregnancy hormones, including progesterone, relaxin and hCG are working to relax your internal body parts to enable them to make room for your growing baby later on. These hormones may also relax bodily functions: constipation is a common …
Nine weeks pregnant
YOUYour breasts are now growing and the areola (nipple area) may darken in colour. Your bra size may increase by up to 2 sizes during pregnancy. A supportive bra will help to reduce discomfort and will also help protect your breast tissue. You may …
Ten weeks pregnant
YOUYou're probably still feeling tired and on a bit of an emotional roller coaster, which is understandable given the changes taking place. Do continue to rest and take time out for yourself. You may find your morning sickness starting to improve …
Eleven weeks pregnant
11 weeks pregnancy symptoms As you near the end of your first trimester, some of those less-pleasant symptoms should be starting to abate… and new ones are likely beginning. Food cravings are normal, and as long as you’re not craving inedible …
12 weeks pregnant
Being 12 weeks pregnant is a more positive time in your pregnancy journey, where (hopefully) a lot of those first-trimester symptoms start abating and maybe now that pregnancy glow (and super-cute bump) will start. Your week 12 pregnancy symptoms …
13 Weeks Pregnant
Your expected body changes at 13 weeks pregnant You’ve made it past the 12 week mark; this is when many expectant parents feel comfortable telling family and friends about their baby. 85% of miscarriages happen in those first twelve weeks, but now …
One week pregnant
YOU The first official week of pregnancy actually starts on the day of your period. The Estimated Delivery Date (EDD) of your baby is calculated from the first day of your last period. This first week counts as week one of your 40 week (or 280 …
Two weeks pregnant
YOU Ovulation Around the end of week two, or 14 days before the anticipated start of your next period, one of your ovaries will release an egg (ovum) which begins to travel down your fallopian tubes. Your egg will live for about 24-48 hours after …
Three weeks pregnant
YOU Between four and seven days after fertilization has occurred, your fertilized egg will have reached the uterus and will now have divided into hundreds of tiny cells. YOUR BABY Soon after fertilisation, the zygote (the one-celled entity formed …
Four weeks pregnant
YOU You may be beginning to suspect you are pregnant. This is the week when you may miss your first period. Your embryo secretes hormones that trigger a number of changes in your body: your ovulation cycle stops, so therefore does your period, your …
Five weeks pregnant
YOU The early symptoms of pregnancy may continue this week, and may become more noticeable. A pregnancy test will probably show positive, but if your period is late and a pregnancy test is negative, wait a few days and then take another test. Once …