The 28 Week Gestation
Each week of pregnancy can be different due to the evolution of the fetus. When we are pregnant, wonderful things happen in our womb every day. A 28-week gestation is quite advanced, however there is still time, but the road has been long.
At this stage the baby has developed a lot. In addition, one begins to consider aspects of his birth. For example, in case there is blood incompatibility, it is necessary
vaccinate
the mother with gamma globulin.
By week 28 it is impossible not to feel all that baby activity in the womb. Our little one can do many things in there, more than we think. For example, he sleeps right when we’re busiest, and stays alert when we need to.
rest
.
Not only does the fetus change, the mother also changes. The weight of pregnancy, continuous growth of the belly and lack of sleep are some of the characteristics of this stage.
Changes that occur in the mother at 28 weeks
One of the main changes in a 28-week pregnant woman is that she is much more tired. Insomnia starts to appear and the hours of rest can be fatal.
Experts recommend that we try to communicate with the baby when he is restless. We can put music on, talk, or read to him. It is important that the fetus hears the voice of its
mom
because you can already recognize it.
Other changes that usually occur are:
● The pregnant woman’s stomach and intestines begin to move to make room for the baby. Therefore, gastric juices can more easily pass into the esophagus. This results in acidity and burning in the esophagus.
● The need to urinate frequently is more intense.
● The baby will require more energy, so carbohydrate consumption is essential. That’s why cravings for chocolate, bread or cakes are frequent at this stage.
● The amounts of food decrease because our stomach does not tolerate much food.
● The uterus will have extended at the top up to 28 cm.
● Swelling of the ankles and feet becomes
habitual
.
● Our navel may have appeared a little longer.
baby development
The 28-week-old fetus already has most of its characteristics. It already weighs more than a kilogram and is measuring about 40 cm. His nervous system is in full development and his brain has increased in volume.
Brain activity can be perceived through your sleep patterns. In addition, it can be said that he is already able to regulate his body temperature. In this sense, experts conclude that thermoregulation is already mature.
The tympanic membrane continues to grow, but the ear is already fully functional. Meanwhile, the eyes have reached their full development. While the respiratory system continues its production of surfactant. This substance is decisive when the baby is ready to
born
. When the amount of surfactant is complete, the birth impulse is generated.
The fetus begins to accumulate fat under its skin, whereby its body becomes rounder. When you are a boy, at 28 weeks the testicles will have descended into the scrotum, where they close.
In addition, at week 28, the production of red blood cells begins to be carried out by the bone marrow. Before that the spleen was in charge. Other noteworthy aspects are as follows.
● The digestive system develops more activities.
● Begins to have hiccups.
● Secretions produced by the digestive system, kidneys and lungs contribute to the increase in the volume of amniotic fluid.
● There is a gas exchange due to surfactant production.
● The nails, hair, eyebrows and eyelashes start to
grow up
In addition, most of the fine hair that grows in your body is released; at birth they only cover the back and shoulders.
