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What the mother looks like:

• Baby may begin descent by dropping into pelvis, making mom look physically different
• Mom is passing protective antibodies through the placenta into baby's bloodstream

Feels Like:

• Mom is often tired - baby's activity may interfere with her sleep
• Waiting for baby's arrival becomes increasingly difficult
• "Heartburn" is a frequent visitor

Special Concerns:

• Practice breathing and relaxation to aid in your comfort during labor
• Ask questions about anything that concerns you!
• Two major decisions: Decide how you will feed the baby (naturally or by bottle) and who your pediatrician will be.

What the baby looks like:

• Skin takes on a "healthy" color
• If a boy, baby's testicles have almost made the descent into the scrotal sac
• Baby is approximately seventeen inches long and weighs about five pounds

Feels Like:

• Brain and nerves are maturing
• Baby's awareness of surroundings increases
• Entire body preparing for a "Grand Entrance"

Special Concerns:

• At week 30, the baby is usually able to live outside the womb, and would be considered premature