You are almost there! The third trimester of pregnancy begins at the 27-week mark. At this point, there are just a few more tests before your baby arrives. The baby will gain a lot of weight during the third trimester. Some babies will almost triple in weight in just a few short weeks. 

You will also experience some significant changes during this time. Some women may have some soreness in the back or hips as they adjust to the baby’s weight gain.

You may also experience some fatigue in the later stage of your pregnancy. This is expected, and rest is welcome during the third trimester. Take some time to yourself, relax and unwind as best you can.

At this stage, you will be thinking and planning for labor. You may experience symptoms of Braxton Hicks contractions. Unlike actual labor contractions, these are infrequent and will come and go at random times and can be hard to track. Some movement can be helpful if you are experiencing this type of contraction. Consider a short walk to ease the pain.

Stay in close communication with your doctor throughout this timeframe, and be sure to discuss any contraction, especially as the 40-week mark approaches.