33 weeks pregnant • Pregnancy calendar •

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There are 48 days until your due date on February 25, 2009.
You are 232 days pregnant.
You are 7.6 months pregnant.
You are in your 8th month of pregnancy.
Your 1st trimester: May 21, 2008 to August 19, 2008. (0 - 12 weeks)
Your 2nd trimester: August 20, 2008 to December 02, 2008. (13 - 27 weeks)
Your 3rd trimester: December 03, 2008 to February 25, 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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lovemybelly - 10 minutes ago
I'm having a girl and she is always on the right... As far as the baby on the nerve....I am having and issue w/severe charlie horse cramping in my upper inner thigh...WW says that its the baby on a nerve. But I do not have any numbness...Its just pain.

babyl - 1.2 hours ago
Right under my chest, I am always numb like pins and needles. My dr said it could be that my little girl is on a nerve. Has anyone else experienced this? It is like the top of my tummy has fallen asleep. It is really uncomfortable.

tracy6207 - 2.1 hours ago
Off to 34 weeks tomarrow see you all there!!

princesshill123 - 3.3 hours ago
is anyone else getting the bh's lately? i have been in the mornings. its like my lower tummy bunches up and then releases there to far apart to be real and they dont hurt there just uncomfortable.

MommyKourtneyandPrincess - 3.4 hours ago
my little girl doesnt prefer a side..she is on my left one day and my right the next..i guessshe doeswhatever is comfortable for her at the time.Right now her butt is sticking out and its in the middle..lol

mommydearest - 4.7 hours ago
My little boys back is up across my ribs.

sweetp22 - 5.9 hours ago
Dr's appt this afternoon and I'm hoping she gives me some sort of date for my scheduled c-section! I would love to know when I can meet our little peanut. I know he's dropped already and I lost a small part of my plug and the pressure down there is unbearable... not long now ladies and then the real fun begins!

collegeprincess27 - 6.4 hours ago
B7-my blood pressure has been around 140/80's the last month my doc just told me to take it easy when I can and they would keep an eye on it so don't worry too much about it you do't want anymore stress than you already have I go again next week and after this weekend my stress levels went up I am hoping it doesn't affect mine too much hopefully we can make it another several weeks to hold our little ones good luck and lots of baby dust

tracy6207 - 6.5 hours ago
My baby is a girl and she loves the right side!

bernice777 - 6.8 hours ago
How's everyone's BP doing? I just got back from MW check and mine is 130/70 which isn't shocking apparently and she wasn't too worried about the top number being high as I've been under a lot of stress lately but she said the lower number should be going down and it isn't, but 'nothing to worry about' since my sample was fine and I have no other symptoms of Pre-E. But you DO worry don't you? So what happens if the bottom one doesn't lower? Is it dangerous? I'm getting rechecked in 10 days but this new info and a few palpitations are scaring me a bit which she also said to see GP about if they continue. All been so good so far, I'd be gutted if it all went tits up now! Bernice777 x

luckywhite - 6.9 hours ago
i wouldnt get both..i had everything with my first and it was a nightmare trying to store things.

samo - 7 hours ago
I am now looking at buying a swing for the baby. We also want a seat that has vibration. I found a Graco swing that does both, vibrate and swing. I was wondering if it is a good idea to get the swing that does both which is more expensive or to get a swing and one of those seperate bouncers for the baby that vibrates? Any thoughts? What are you doing?

gemzc - 7.1 hours ago
My little girl is always on the right side!

feellikeabear - 7.4 hours ago
mars, are you having a girl or a boy?

mars-gabby - 7.5 hours ago
Just to balance the board --mine is totally on the left for the past month and half.

KMO - 7.6 hours ago
my little boy prefers my right side. He alwasy balls up on the right side of my belly button.

smmom2b - 8 hours ago
My little guy seems to be right in the middle. Neither left nor right. I feel the most movements up by where ur ribs start to come together. If he's in the correct position for delivery, then what I should be feeling is his feet pushing up by my ribs. And when he hiccups I feel them down in my lower abdomen.

1stbabywatson - 8.2 hours ago
my little boy is always on my right side.

KL2 - 8.6 hours ago
My little girl is always curled up to the right side. I have never heard that wives tale, but that is interesting.

clairer - 9.9 hours ago
feellikeabear-i'm having a little girl and she is always snuggled up on my right side.

feellikeabear - 10 hours ago
Among the many old wives tales we have here, the most believed is that boys prefer the right side and girls prefer the left side. My baby curls on on the left too and I am wondering if there is any truth in this tale. Other mommies too, please tell me your experience regarding this. I am really curious now as to whether I am having a boy or a girl.

feb2009 - 18.3 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 - 18.4 hours ago
hey girls u need help nor questions answered or wanna chat hit me on my profile, need to talk

preggiebelly - 20.8 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 - 21 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 - 22.7 hours ago
Anyone else thinking of Carly as a first name?

MCKING - 1 days 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 weeks

KL2 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 ha

lovemybelly - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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 - 1 days ago
I haven't had anything coming from my nipples yet? Is this normal? Shouldn't I have something ?

sheisaqueen - 1 days 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 - 1 days 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! lol

bernice777 - 1 days 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, B7x

mommydearest - 1 days ago
you aren't getting any either!- LMAO...nikky. Your relation to the cat was funny.

nikkiekck - 2 days 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 - 2 days 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 - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 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...

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