Ready to Birth: Your Baby in the Thirty-ninth Week of Pregnancy
- Baby size 50.7 cm
- Approximate weight 3,29 kg
- About the size of a small watermelon
At the thirty-ninth week of pregnancy, your baby is ready to be born, measuring approximately 50-52 cm and weighing around 3.2-3.4 kg. Your baby's movements are strong and defined, and you will likely feel frequent kicks and stretches. The lungs are fully developed, and the baby practices rhythmic breathing movements. The brain continues to develop rapidly and the baby continues to accumulate fat under the skin, giving it a fuller, smoother appearance. The baby's skin is smoother and less wrinkled, preparing for birth. This is a crucial period where the baby is ready for life outside the womb.