27 Weeks Pregnant

At 27 weeks pregnant, you will be getting close to two pounds – well your baby will be. Remember that this is just an average weight. Girls usually weigh much less than boys do and it will also depend on just how much fat your baby has managed to pile on.

Your Baby’s Development at 27 Weeks Pregnant

There is still a lot happening for your baby. The reproductive organs are moving into their rightful places and will be there by the end of the week. All the follicles that produce eggs in the ovaries will have been developed in a girl and the testicles will have moved into the scrotum for most boys.

Your baby’s eyes will have opened by 27 weeks pregnant – that is an amazing 18 weeks of having the eyes shut! There is still a lot of development that needs to be done for the eyes and a lot of this will continue even into the first couple of years of your baby’s life. The retina will start to mature during this week and your baby’s eyes will be able to see light and the brain will see images. This is the first stages of sight. If you shine a light on your belly, there are chances that your baby will move to see what it is.

Changes in You at Pregnancy Week 27

For you, at 27 weeks pregnant, your uterus is still inching up the stomach. Your belly will get bigger each week at an alarming rate. Your partner is likely to comment but that is just because he is so proud of the bundle of joy growing inside. Spend some time with your partner and talk to your baby. Let him or her pick up on your voices.

At 27 weeks, space is starting to get a little tighter and you will start to feel that any movements are more uncomfortable. Some of the kicks may be painful at this time – especially if it hits your bladder, kidneys or ribs. There are chances that your partner will be able to feel the movements relatively easily just by feeling your belly – this is definitely something to do together and is a big milestone as expectant parents.

 You have 13 weeks to go until your due date but some babies are born early. It makes sense to start learning about the signs of labor now and preparing for the hospital runs. You will also want to start reading up about Braxton Hicks contractions as they may start any time soon. Pack your hospital bag now; it makes it easier to stock up on anything that you are running low on or getting the last minute things.

Symptoms at 27 Weeks Pregnant

As you get into your third trimester, it is likely that you will be feeling a little more tired than usual. This is common at 27 weeks pregnant. Fatigue is something that hits pregnant women during the first and third trimester. This is simply due to the size of your uterus and the extra weight that you are carrying. There are chances that your sleep will be disrupted too, which will not help you get the energy that you need.

Leg cramps are common at Pregnancy week 27. The reason for this is unknown. You may be fine one minute and suddenly – usually in the middle of the night! – get a cramp that is near impossible to get rid of. I had this in an earlier stage of labour and my partner thought I’d gone into early labour the pain was that bad.

Stay hydrated during pregnancy as this is likely a common reason for the leg cramps and any spasms. You should also lay on your left side when you are 27 weeks pregnant. This helps to keep the blood circulating since no arteries are blocked.