27 Weeks Pregnant – Welcome to the Third Trimester

Baby Development at 27 Weeks

27 Weeks Pregnant – This is a big milestone — your third and final trimester begins!

• 📏 Baby is the size of a head of lettuce (~36–38 cm long)
• ⚖️ Weighs around 875–950 grams
• 👁️ Eyes are fully formed and can sense light and dark
• 🧠 Brain tissue is developing rapidly
• 💖 Baby can recognize your voice, partner’s voice, and even familiar music
• 🦶 Kicks and stretches are more powerful and may startle you!
• 🩸 Baby’s blood circulation system is functioning well

🍼 Your baby is practicing breathing amniotic fluid to prepare for life outside the womb.

🤰 Symptoms at 27 Weeks Pregnant

You’re likely feeling heavier, more tired, and possibly emotional.

Common Week 27 Symptoms:

• Fatigue or breathlessness
• Frequent urination
• Itchy belly and breasts
• Mild swelling in feet and ankles
• Constipation or bloating
• Backache or hip discomfort

🪑 Sit with a small cushion behind your lower back and keep your legs elevated when possible.

Read More : 27 Weeks Pregnant Symptoms: Third Trimester Begins with New Sensations

🥗 What to Eat at 27 Weeks Pregnant

You need more protein, fiber, and fluids to keep up with baby’s rapid growth.

✅ Ideal Foods:

• Quinoa, eggs, dal – rich in protein
• Leafy greens, prunes, guava – for iron and fiber
• Ragi, oats, bajra – keeps you full and supports bone health
• Buttermilk, yogurt, paneer – calcium for baby’s bones
• Bananas, coconut water – to prevent cramps

🥣 Snack idea: Mashed banana + peanut butter on toast + glass of buttermilk

❌ Avoid:

• Energy drinks or excessive caffeine
• Junk food with high sodium and preservatives
• Cold drinks if you’re having acidity or heartburn

🧘‍♀️ Safe Exercises for 27 Weeks

Light exercise can improve mood, reduce cramps, and prepare for delivery.

Do These:

• 🚶 Walk for 25–30 minutes in the morning or evening
• 🧘 Gentle stretches for your back and hips
• 🪑 Butterfly pose (baddha konasana)
• 🧘‍♀️ Prenatal meditation for 10 minutes
• 💪 Arm and leg lifts with light weights (if approved by doctor)

🎵 Tip: Try pregnancy podcasts or affirmations during walks for mental peace.

🧾 Week 27 Checklist

• Book your third-trimester ultrasound
• Take your glucose screening test (if not done in Week 24–26)
• Buy a good-quality maternity pillow
• Begin skin-care routine to prevent stretch marks
• Start exploring birthing classes or hospital tours
• Track baby’s daily movements and set a routine time

💬 Tip of the Week

“The third trimester begins! Stay calm, eat well, and remember — every heartbeat now is stronger and every move more meaningful.”
— Dr. Aisha K., Prenatal Care Expert

❓FAQ – 27 Weeks Pregnant

Q: Can I travel during the third trimester?
A: Travel is possible until around 32–34 weeks but consult your doctor and avoid long journeys without breaks.

Q: What position is the baby in now?
A: Babies are still flipping often. Most settle into head-down (cephalic) position by Week 32–34.

Q: I feel pressure in my lower belly. Is it normal?
A: Yes, it’s due to the baby’s weight. Use a support belt and practice pelvic floor exercises.

🔗 Internal Links

• 🔙 Back to Week 26 – Baby Opens Eyes for the First Time
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