30 weeks pregnant
Baby Development at 30 Weeks
30 Weeks Pregnant – You’re 7½ months pregnant — your baby is now prepping for life outside the womb.
- 📏 Size of a large cabbage (~39–41 cm long)
- ⚖️ Weighs around 1.3–1.5 kg
- 🧠 Brain is developing grooves and becoming more active
- 🧡 Bone marrow takes over red blood cell production
- 👂 Baby responds to your voice and external noises
- 🧈 A thick layer of fat is forming under the skin
- 👁️ Eyelashes have formed and baby can blink!
🤱 Baby practices breathing, swallowing, sucking — getting ready for feeding.
🤰 Symptoms at 30 Weeks Pregnant
The third trimester may bring physical and emotional intensity.
Common Symptoms:
- Backache or pelvic pressure
- Heartburn and indigestion
- Frequent urination
- Trouble sleeping
- Mild contractions (Braxton Hicks)
- Stretch marks or itchy skin
- Leaky breasts (colostrum)
🩷 Tip: Moisturize daily and wear a comfortable maternity bra for support.
Detailed Guide : 30 Weeks Pregnant Symptoms: Preparing for the Final Stretch with Strength and Grace
🥗 What to Eat at 30 Weeks Pregnant
Your baby is growing rapidly. Choose foods rich in healthy fats, protein, calcium, and DHA.
✅ Recommended Foods:
- Fish like rohu, eggs, flaxseeds – omega-3 and DHA
- Milk, cheese, sesame seeds – calcium
- Lentils, chickpeas, tofu – protein and iron
- Fruits like mango, papaya (ripe), watermelon – hydration & fiber
- Ghee in small quantity – supports digestion and fat absorption
🍱 Meal idea: Oats khichdi with veggies + curd + 1 boiled egg + coconut water
❌ Avoid:
- High-sugar sweets
- Unpasteurized dairy
- Soft cheeses like brie or blue cheese
- Too much caffeine (limit to <200mg/day)
🧘♀️ Safe Exercises for 30 Weeks
Stay active but gentle — movement helps reduce swelling and stress.
Best Options:
- 🚶 Brisk walk (20–30 mins) daily
- 🧘 Butterfly pose and side-lying leg lifts
- 🧘♀️ Prenatal yoga focusing on hip flexibility
- 🪑 Seated stretching, pelvic tilts
- 💆 Light prenatal massage for backache (ask your doctor)
⚠️ Avoid lying flat on your back for long and always hydrate before workouts.
🧾 Week 30 Checklist
- Monitor and record baby’s kicks daily
- Schedule your next antenatal checkup
- Begin perineal massage (if advised)
- Finalize maternity hospital and route planning
- Start organizing your baby’s clothes and essentials
- Take a break and pamper yourself!
💬 Tip of the Week
“Your baby’s brain is growing fast — your voice, stories, and music now shape little emotions inside the womb.”
— Dr. Richa S., Fetal Development Specialist
❓FAQ – 30 Weeks Pregnant
Q: My belly feels tight sometimes. Is that labor?
A: Likely Braxton Hicks contractions. They’re irregular and not painful. If they become regular, consult your doctor.
Q: Can I sleep on my back now?
A: No, it’s best to sleep on your left side to improve circulation and reduce pressure on your uterus and spine.
Q: Are white discharge and colostrum leaks normal?
A: Yes, both are common. Use soft liners and stay clean.
🔗 Internal Links
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