Feeling off balance?
As the third-trimester approaches, pregnancy can become more tiring. Even a short walk may feel like strenuous exercise. It’s understandable! Your growing belly shifts your center of gravity, which can cause you to lose your balance. Awkward and uncoordinated movements are to be expected. Be patient with yourself [1].
At this point, your baby is very active — feeling their kicks, somersaults, and hiccups is the norm. Your baby doesn’t know night from day, so you can feel them moving around at any time, but most of their activity usually occurs in the afternoon and evening. Baby alternates between periods of sleep and wakefulness, each lasting an average of 20-40 minutes.
Your baby’s wiggles and jumps are a sign of good health. It is impossible to say how many movements per day are optimal. As you notice your baby’s movements, you will learn how much movement is normal. If you notice your baby is uncharacteristically still or moves in an unusual way, consult your doctor [1, 2].
If you are expecting twins
Keep an eye on the nature of your discharge, so as not to miss the likely leakage of amniotic fluid. If the discharge is more liquid and abundant than before, consult your doctor. If you experience added pressure in the pelvic area, lower back pain and/or an increase in training contractions, it is better to go to the hospital right away [3]. If there are no alarming symptoms, you can visit the doctor once every two weeks.
Discharge
Discharge at this stage should be moderate, clear or white, thick and sticky, with no unpleasant odor. Yellow or green mucous discharge, or if it has a curd-like or foamy consistency, is a sign of an infection. Take special care if you experience pain or itching as well. These symptoms merit a consultation with your doctor [4].
See your doctor immediately if you have bloody or heavy discharge [5].
