Third Trimester
Week 28: Baby has a 90%+ survival rate if born now, with NICU support.
Here's everything happening with your baby and your body this week.
Your baby is the size of a
Eggplant
Length
14.8 in
Weight
1 kg
Week
28 / 40
💡 Expert tip
The anti-D (RhoGAM) injection is given at 28 weeks if you are Rh negative. It prevents complications in future pregnancies.
🌱 Baby's development this week
- 90% survival rate if born now
- REM sleep cycles established — baby is dreaming
- Eyes respond to light and darkness
- Muscle tone increasing visibly
Science fact
REM sleep in the fetus begins around 28 weeks. Researchers believe these early dream states help consolidate the massive amount of sensory information the developing brain is processing.
🤰 Your symptoms this week
Pelvic girdle pain
sharp pain in pubic area or hips; ask for physiotherapy referral
Braxton Hicks becoming more frequent and stronger
Practice contractions — normal from mid-pregnancy. Stay hydrated, change position, rest.
Colostrum leaking
harmless; breast pads keep clothing dry
💛 Changes in your body
- Prenatal appointments now every 2 weeks
- Colostrum leaking from breasts possible
- Anemia check at 28-week appointment
- Possible pelvic girdle pain (SPD)
💙 Mental health this week
Pelvic girdle pain (SPD) affects 1 in 5 pregnant women and can be debilitating. It
🥗 Nutrition focus
- Iron check: anemia is screened at 28 weeks — ensure you
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📅 Appointment / test
28-week appointment: blood pressure check, fundal height, iron levels, anti-D injection if Rh negative, GBS discussion.
✅ This week's checklist
Begin daily kick counts — 10 movements in 2 hours is reassuring
Get anti-D injection if Rh negative
Start researching newborn care basics: feeding, bathing, safe sleep
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