Dates and numbers:
There are 43 days until your due date on February 19, 2009.
You are 237 days pregnant.
You are 7.8 months pregnant.
You are in your 8th month of pregnancy.
Your 1st trimester: May 15, 2008 to August 13, 2008. (0 - 12 weeks)
Your 2nd trimester: August 14, 2008 to November 26, 2008. (13 - 27 weeks)
Your 3rd trimester: November 27, 2008 to February 19, 2009. (28 - 40 weeks)
Your baby weighs about 4.4 pounds at this point. The crown-to-rump length of your baby is approximately 12 inches and the total length is around 19.4 inches. Measuring from the top of your uterus to your bellybutton is 5.2 inches. Total weight gain at this point of pregnancy is usually 22 to 28 pounds.

With the exception of crying, your baby is capable of doing everything that a newborn baby will do. Your baby is restricted now inside of the uterus, but still can kick and move. Your baby sleeps a lot of the time, just as newborn babies do. Your baby's eyes move in the manner of REM sleep and researchers believe that babies can dream vividly in uterus. When your baby is awake, she is listening, feeling and learning. There are billions of neurons in the brain that make trillions of connections. Your baby will probably have settled into the birth position by now and your caregiver can most likely tell which way your baby is presenting. If your baby were to be born now, the lungs would probably be strong enough to function properly, but your baby may still need extra care from specially trained doctors and nurses.
During these last few weeks of pregnancy, most women experience an increased urge to urinate. The uterus puts a lot of pressure on the bladder and can send you to the restroom frequently. Your uterus has actually grown 500 times throughout your pregnancy! Red blood cell production catches up with the production of plasma and physiological anemia may begin to fade at this time.
Your baby's eyes open during alert times and close during sleep. The eye color is usually blue, regardless of the permanent color as pigmentation is not fully developed. The final formation of eye pigmentation requires exposure to light and usually happens a few weeks after birth.
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1.3 hours ago
Hi everyone. I slipped and fell on the stairs tonight:( I started leaking fluid and had to go the the birthing centre. They monitored me and baby for 3 hours. I also had an internal exam. They are unsure if my water is leaking or not. I am 1 cm dialated though. I have to take things easy and go back if I notice any more fluid. I see my regular OB tomorrow so I'm sure she'll have some good advice. So far I'm still going to Metallica on the 13th!! I just won't be carrying any more laundry up and down the stairs! My BF already said he'll take over the difficult chores, and my Mom will come over to clean my bathroom and stuff. Anyway wish me luck that nothing else happens! I want my baby girl to stay in there at least another 2-3 weeks!!first babyboy -
1.5 hours ago
hey girls u need help nor questions answered or wanna chat hit me on my profile, need to talkpreggiebelly -
3.9 hours ago
KL2~ I'm just peeking ahead from week 32... I won't be 33 weeks until Thursday but wanted to tell you that I've already dropped as well. Just this past week... he's much lower & putting lots of pressure on my cervix. But the doc says it's okay... that it's normal and he doesn't expect me to go any sooner because of it. I don't understand why it doesn't necessarily cause you to go sooner because you would think that more pressure would equal a weaker cervix. None of it really makes any sense to me. I'm going to pack my bags this weekend just incase he comes early and then I guess we'll just hang out and wait for him to make his debut. :) Hope you're all enjoying week 33!MommyKourtneyandPrincess -
4.1 hours ago
Jodi-I like the name Carly. Its cute but edgy, and not over used.
MC KING- My sister was told she would have a 9 lb. baby and so when they did her c section her cut was large and she endedup having a little 7 lb baby..she was upset that they cut her so large and the baby ended up being small..When the Docs do the external check for wright they compare it to a 5 lb bag of sugar to estimate..some people are just larger and so it can be off..my sister looked like she was carrying a large baby but she has always been alittle thicker (as she calls it) normally. Im not saying thats the case for all women but in her case thta mightve been what made them think her baby was going to be big. Anywho..my carseat was shipped in to the store today! yay!! So i have to pick it up tomorrow..seeing it is just going to make this feel that much more real. Im excited but scared at the same time about how close its getting. Either way ladies..its fast approaching from here on out.
jodirupre -
5.7 hours ago
Anyone else thinking of Carly as a first name?MCKING -
8.6 hours ago
KMO-I was told my baby was going to be quite large, I am measuring two weeks ahead, which lead them to believe she will be a 'difficult delivery' (thanks a lot, that doesn't make me nervous or anything!) but anyway my MD says ultrasounds are too unreliable to actually predict the babies size at this rate b/c it has to do with height/weight of mother, etc. I dunno if your MD is the same but I won't have another ultrasound the rest of the time, havent had one since 20 weeksKL2 -
9 hours ago
Has anyone dropped? Does that mean you will deliver early? My boss swears that I have dropped. I am also pretty sure that I lost part of my mucas plug, though I am not entirely sure. It was not tinged at all with color, but it was a huge glob of clear and white. Grossness I know. I know that doesn't really mean a whole lot either though.smmom2b -
10 hours ago
I can't believe that in 7 weeks, or sooner, we could be having our little ones. I'm getting excited. I have just about everything I need already. So I'm pretty much ready for him to get here. :-))princesshill123 -
11.3 hours ago
first day in 33 weeks!! very excited!! im getting induced on feb 23rd a week early so i have 7 weeks left. =]] hope all your little kick boxers and you are doing good. KMO -
11.4 hours ago
I just got off the phone with my doctor's office and they said 32 weeks is the cutoff for a 4D scan so I guess I don't have to worry about making that decision anymore. lol! hot-mama -
11.6 hours ago
I lost some of my mucus plug this morning and I'm already a little dialated. The baby is head down...I'm excited!lovemybelly -
11.7 hours ago
miracle 3 - How funny! I get them when I am shopping too! Its hard to act normal when you feel like you are going to fall to the floor! Haha...I'm glad to hear that I am not the only one!miracle 3 -
11.9 hours ago
lovemybelly...Yep - had them all the time at the end with my other 2 babes. Have had some this time not many yet... ( I do think they are related to contractions - I always got them when I was grocery shopping before - thought I was goignto have my baby at Cub Foods) ha halovemybelly -
12.2 hours ago
I keep getting a strong cramp (like a Charlie horse) in my upper inner thigh (grown area) has anyone had this? Someone said it could be contractions? Does anyone know? I thought they would get better, but they just keep happening.kathywebb -
12.9 hours ago
I had my 32 week ultra sound and my huge baby boy is all ready at 6 lbs.... at 1/2 a pound a week for the next few weeks I think I am looking forward to a 9 lbs or more baby!!KMO -
13.4 hours ago
Hey Ladies.. This is my first day in week 33 and I have a question. I think my lil guy is going to be not so little. My husband was over 11 lbs and I was over 9 lbs and I feel like he is huge already. I havent had an ultrasound since my 20 week appointment and I wonder how the doctor will know if he is too big. Will I just have to push until he doesnt come out?? I've thought about going ahead and having the 4D ultrasound done so that we can see how big he is, so we have an idea at least. We had originally ruled out doing the 4D b/c we could use that money for something else, but I'm scared to death I am going to be trying to push out a 10 lb or larger baby and I am pretty small framed. Is ultrasound the only way to get an estimate of the baby's size? What would ya'll do? I forgot to mention, my dad was a 13 lb baby and I have an uncle who was 15lbs. Large babies run in my family!!! LOL! babyblues -
13.4 hours ago
I haven't had anything coming from my nipples yet? Is this normal? Shouldn't I have something ?sheisaqueen -
14.8 hours ago
Hello ladies! I have been experiencing these tingling sensations in my belly. Sometimes I think they are braxton's. Have you guys been experiencing them more often now? If it continues or happens again should I go to the emergency room? Im jsut getting a little nervous. I don't want my little muffin butt coming sooner that he is suppose to..bernice777 -
17.1 hours ago
lol good to read I'm not the only one missing out on the 'action' though. I'm not frustrated, just angry...how bad can it be for gods sake!! They new it was coming and seen enough preggo women before! Well that's OK, just remember to return the favour & ignore THEM when they look like they may've put on a few pounds or not taken very good care of themselves lately. Make them feel inadequate and unwanted! You probably guessed I'm hating men right now! lolbernice777 -
17.3 hours ago
Hey ladies. Anyone in the same boat here?? If one more person blames MY hormones for my partners selfish uncaring ways lately I'm gonna probably NOT scream as that'll be my hormones right? lol My fella seems to be getting off easy these days. I can't remember the last time I had a hug or anything 'close' for that matter. He barely looks at me or talks to me which ruined xmas and new year, the year of our first baby. He's keeping me at a safe distance & despite all my efforts to try and resolve, he remains cold. We've been together 15years and a child is all he's ever wanted! I've never cried so much and I feel sad for the baby whenever I do. He's never been strong with emotions & I know how men can be but I'm not sure I can forgive him for going this far at what should be the most special time of our lives. Why the hell would I want him at the birth now? What use is he gonna be when he can barely look at me let alone touch me? I'm very scared for our future right now *sigh* Here's hoping your partners are much more supportive than mine. New year blessings to you all, B7xmommydearest -
18.6 hours ago
you aren't getting any either!- LMAO...nikky. Your relation to the cat was funny.nikkiekck -
20.2 hours ago
Its almost 4 am and i cant sleep no not insomnia,no not baby or my man our dang cat went into heat and is wining and driving me nuts!!!though lol i can sympothize with her id like to get some action too!! lol!! I think he going through a phase working around my growing belly.lol! TMI i guess. It makes me feel so unwanted though i actully cried to sleep last few nights part cuz of that and my dang hormones!! Other than that all is well feeling her move most right now!! I love it!!miracle 3 -
20.3 hours ago
Kimster- Good questtion!!!! I currently have been up since 1 am and it is now almost 4!!! Mommy Kourt - I had been getitng very sick formt eh baby's movements too! - Not as much this week but definately more cramping some days it is all day. I haven't lost part or any of my plug though - I'm feeling a little behind... Preggie- asked about dropping and I dropped some the last week or so but still am pretty high.. Hmm - with all you loosing parts of your plug so early I wonder how many will go to our dues dates? kimster -
1 days ago
Is anyone else experiencing hip or shoulder pain due to sleeping on their side so much? I can't stand it! And I'm so jealous of my husband snoring peacefully through the night.
Any ideas what might help?MommyKourtneyandPrincess -
1 days ago
my babys constant movements make me so naucious..and im always sore and in pain...and of couse the BH contractions are annoying as heck. lol..the baby will stretch its feet into my ribs and then i feel prsssure from its head on my pelvis..she's actually doing this right now. I dont see how she can possibly fit in there muhc longer. I too have been having mucus plug chunks come out..but just a little bit at a time. Mostly when i get alot of BH contractions i will have some come out. Anywho..hope all is well with all of you mommas!machen -
1 days ago
babyblues--my boys movements have slowed down too. Instead of the dramatic 'kicks' I'm getting squirmy feelings that are a little more subtle. I think it's normal for the movements to slow down as the little ones run out of room. Try not to worry too much. Keep track of the movements, though and let your caregiver know.babyblues -
1 days ago
Has anyone else felt less movements this past week? Not sure if I should be worried or not. I mean she must be squished and cramped for room but I'm not sure. She used to move alot and now its about cut in half :(
I worry too much :$giota -
1 days ago
sweetp22 I get up every 2 hours to pee as well and then it takes me a long time to fall asleep again ..I;m sure that we will sleep well in about 4 to 5 years..sweetp22 -
1 days ago
nikki - was it a jelly-like substance that came out? I lost a part of mine and it looked like a hunk of vaseline mixed with a bit of blood. Apparently, the whole plug is quite large so if you lost the whole one, you would know!
As for a good nights sleep, it's a distant memory for me too. I don't sleep for more than 1.5 to 2 hrs at a time. I have to get and pee and then I can't find a comfortable position again, so it's a constant battle all night. Thankfully I have a home office so if I need to close my eyes during the day, I can. I just want baby to come so I can sleep, but that makes no sense really b/c he will keep me up too and then I have to try to get the 2 of us back to sleep, not just me. I guess I should just give up the dream of a good sleep for the unforseeable future... danileigh -
2 days ago
I am getting NO sleep and running on empty every day. I am thankful that Friday will be my last day at work, because the only thing that saves me is being able to rest during the day to make up for what I lose at night. This is just like what I went through at the very beginning. I didn't sleep at all then either. Now I am so uncomfortable and can never find a good position.mars-gabby -
2 days ago
Hi girls..just finished registering at babiesrus. Some items are total rip offs--why do I feel like I should be in the business of inventing an item..Also, never know if I will get a perfect night sleep again--I seem to get 1 painful contraction in the middle of the night that passes away but has me totally awake. How annoying? Looking forward to the next doc visit...need to know baby's position.nikkiekck -
2 days ago
Anyone loose a plug? I think lost mine or part of it. was clear no blood,some cramping and a slight wet spot that had no smell. Id welcome any comments on my page about this!juquanda601 -
2 days ago
JUST STOPPING BY TO THANK EVERYONE FOR COMING BY AND CHECKING ON ME YESTERDAY.. I'M FEELING A LITTLE BETTER.. GOT SOME SLEEP FINALLY ALTHOUGH IT SEEMS AS IF I CAN'T SLEEP ANY MORE THAN 5 HRS AT A TIME NOW DAYS.. AS FOR MY PAIN I'M STILL HAVING IT BUT JUST HAVE TO DEAL WITH IT FOR NOW.. MY MOM SAYS I'LL REALLY KNOW WHEN THE REAL CONTRACTIONS KICK IN.. SINCE I AM CONTINUING TO HAVE ALOT OF PAIN AND SWELLING IN MY PELVIC AREA I AM GOING TO TRY TO REQUEST TO HAVE A C-SECTION IF MY DOCTOR ALLOWS ME TO DO SO.. SO LETS KEEP OUR FINGERS CROSS.. I HAVE MY APPT THURSDAY SO WE SHALL SEE..
WELL I'M OFF TO WEEK 34 LATER ON TODAY WILL SEE SOME OF YOU IN A DAY OR TWO!!!farly -
2 days ago
yey 33 weeks..i noticed everyone feels a lot of pressure in their uterus..mine is completely the opposite..i feel too much pain and soreness under my breast...what could this mean???danileigh -
2 days ago
Mandy-read your blog and sent you a message. Your boss sounds like a major ahole. It sounds like you really need to quit if you can.mandyw0213 -
2 days ago
New blog ladies. My job has me near tears. Hormones plus this terrible work situation do not combine well. :(nikkiekck -
2 days ago
BH huh? well i get cramping in lower belly and pain in lower back. the lower belly pain is pretty bad! Well, we finally got crib and got set up the rest is easy from here expecialy if she comes in february as hoped. she has become so active the most since the beginning! I am glad cuz' now jimmie can actuly feel her before she makes her debut! good luck mamas!giota -
2 days ago
sometimes next to my ribs it starts to num,could it be the baby pushing or something?ladyleann -
2 days ago
omg ladies 47 MORE DAYS TO GO!!! We're putting together the crib and stroller either tonight or tomorrow, Im so excited!!! Congrats everyone!ladyleann -
2 days ago
@spencerbaby1-thanks because I was really starting to think that something was wrong or that maybe I bruised my rib or something.tracy6207 -
2 days ago
Hello everyone well i went to the hospital last night for my cramping and they were not contractions. The baby was alright but they checked my kidney and found i have a kidney infection they gave me meds and i have to take them till my next appt on tuesday if it is not gone they will admit me and give me a iv to take care of it. Im really hoping its gone by then I dont want to have to stay in the hosptial. But thanks to all who wrote me you all helped.spencerbaby1 -
2 days ago
ladyleann- my ribs are hurting too. not because i feel any kicks or anything in them. they are just sore. my girl may still be breech so maybe she is head butting me in my sleep or somethingladyleann -
2 days ago
I know where almost all of you are coming from with the BH. It is almost becoming unbearable for me especially at night when I try to sleep. Is anyone else's ribs hurting lately? I heard that it was normal. miracle 3 -
3 days ago
juguanda - how are you? Hope you are feeling better. I would call your Dr if your pain is that bad. I have been up all night not puking but uncomfortable and baby keeps kicking so hard i can't sleep.. Hope you are now getting some zzz's.. juquanda601 -
3 days ago
IT'S 4AM AND I'M UP NOT ABLE TO SLEEP AND IN SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH PAIN IN MY PELVIS AREA.. NOT SURE IF IM HAVING BH THIS LATE AT NIGHT OR NOT.. I'M SO READY FOR THIS TO BE OVER WITH SO I CAN HAVE MY NORMAL BODY BACK.. ALL I CAN DO IS LAY HERE AND CRY.. THE HUBBY IS KNOCKED OUT COLD AND I DON'T WANT TO WAKE HIM.. NOT SURE WHAT TO DO... GUESS I'LL TAKE SOME MEDS AND TRY TO GET SOME REST IF THE LIL MAN ALLOWS ME TO.. ALONG WITH THE PAIN HE'S CONSTANTLY MOVING AND MY CHEST IS HURTING SO BAD.. I'VE THROW UP 2 TIMES SINCE 2AM.. A FEW HRS AGO I FELT AS IF I WAS GOING TO FAINT.. SHOULD I BE WORRIED AT THIS POINT?? THINK I'LL CALL MY MOM (IN WHICH I MIGHT GET CURSED OUT FOR CALLING SO LATE)LOL BUT IT MIGHT BE FOR THE BETTER.. NOT SURE WHAT TO DO AT THIS POINT.. sleepyem -
3 days ago
I've just uploaded some new belly pics - I feel like I've grown so much these last few weeks! I don't 'feel' BHs but sometimes my belly is hard and sometimes soft, I guess that's what it is. Mum said she never noticed them with her first but all the time with her last...mandyw0213 -
3 days ago
I get BH that are extremely uncomfortable. If I am walking around, I have to sit down and let them pass before I can get moving again. They are a little painful but not too awful.powderbox -
3 days ago
Hi all
I don't think I've felt the BH contractions either. I occasionally get hardening but it's more uncomfortable than painful. I am surprised how much I waddle though!! :D My lower back is the only thing that is beyond painful for me. My C-section has been scheduled for February 3, 2 weeks ahead of my due date. I also just was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. urgh!!!
As for stretch marks, I have 1 tiny one and I've been using Bio-E Oil faithfully.collegeprincess27 -
3 days ago
sweetp-i talked to my doctor about bh he said its fine but to call your doc if you get more than 6 an hour i get them pretty much when I get up and move around too much lol or get too upset baby is down there keeping me in check these days telling me how much is too muchtiffany02-09 -
3 days ago
I often experience hardening but no cramping or pain.