Plan your route to the hospital in advance
At this point in pregnancy, your partner is probably feeling quite tired. Her body has been working hard, and the natural weight gain of pregnancy can be taking its toll.
A lack of sleep may be adding to her tiredness. During the third trimester, sleep can be light and intermittent because of the baby’s movements, frequent trips to the toilet, heartburn, or discomfort in the lower abdomen [1]. Providing your partner with the time and space to rest during the day is one of the best things you can do for her at this time.
Another issue she may be facing is leg cramps, which are common during the second half of pregnancy. They are not dangerous and usually disappear after birth [2].
As childbirth approaches, both of you may start worrying about different things, including being taken by surprise by the onset of labor. A little planning ahead can help with that!
