38 weeks pregnant
Quick answer
At 38 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the size of a pumpkin: around 49.8 cm head to heel and 3.08 kg. The organs are ready for life outside, and fat keeps building.
Your baby at 38 weeks
The organs are ready for life outside, and fat keeps building.
| Size | About the size of pumpkin |
|---|---|
| Length | 49.8 cm head to heel |
| Weight | 3.08 kg |
Your body at 38 weeks
You may feel pelvic pressure and a burst of nesting energy. Learn the signs of labour and when to call.
For your partner
You're on call now.
- Keep your phone charged and the tank full
- Time contractions with the app
- Stay calm and keep her company
Call your doctor or hospital straight away for bleeding, severe pain, fluid leaking, severe headache or vision changes, or fewer baby movements.