It is from the 24th week of pregnancy that screening for gestational diabetes is offered. In what case and how is this test going? Position of the baby, symptoms, weight, development of the fetus … Anh-chi tone, midwife’s explanations, on this 24th week of pregnancy or 26 SA.
24 weeks of pregnancy or 26 weeks of amenorrheapregnancy hormones are likely to cause mood swings. Your belly continues to round off and you might feel some contractions called Braxton Hicks contractions. During this 24th week of pregnancy, according to your situation (for risk pregnancies), a Gestational diabetes screening can be offered. During this 6th month of pregnancy, the fetus continues its development. This week, he even begins to blink! Symptoms, baby position, weight gain … here are the Advice from our midwife Anh-Chi tone on this 24th week of pregnancy.
How many months and its at 24 weeks of pregnancy?
At 24 weeks of pregnancy or 26 weeks of amenorrhea (26 SA), you continue your Sixth month of pregnancy.
What symptoms at 24 weeks of pregnancy?
The symptoms of pregnancy persist in this 24th week of pregnancy. You could feel contractions, mood swings, difficulty sleeping due to the weight of baby and your more and more prominent belly, but also back pain, lower belly, fatigue and frequent urine desiresr. “”Cramps at night are also one of the symptoms of pregnancy. Remember to raise your legs and pass a jet of cold water to promote blood circulation“, Recommends the midwife.
Sensitive teeth during pregnancy
At this stage of pregnancy, you can see that Your gums are more sensitive than usual, or that they bleed. This is completely normal: this problem is linked to the influence of pregnancy hormones. If you have not consulted a dentist at the beginning of pregnancy (it’s advised!), It may be the perfect time to make a little dental check-up. From the seventh month of pregnancy, dentists are generally a little more reluctant to intervene. In any case, keep in mind that you should never take drugs from your own to relieve dental pain.
How is the belly at 24 weeks of pregnancy?
HAS 24 weeks of pregnancyyour uterine height is about 20 cm. The growth of your belly is exponential and it can start to handicap you in certain everyday movements, but also to sleep.
What do Braxton Hicks contractions look like?
“”THE irregular and non -painful contractions that you feel are called Braxton Hicks contractions. They are perfectly normal and show that your body is starting to prepare for childbirth. Your uterus, which is a muscle, contracts and then relaxes.“, Explains Anh-Chi Ton. As long as these contractions are not painful and regular, no reason to worry. Be careful, however, if their frequency increases or if you are bleeding, it is better to consult a doctor quickly.
“Braxton Hicks’ contractions are perfectly normal and show that your body is starting to prepare for childbirth.”
What weight gain at 24 weeks of pregnancy?
There weight gain during pregnancy does not obey any rules and can be irregular. At 26 SA you probably took between 6 and 7 kilos, Not only is growing up, but the amount of amniotic fluid increases. Stay vigilant but without unnecessary pressure. The important thing is that you are in good health and make sure to have a healthy and balanced diet.
Who is the screening for gestational diabetes from 26 SA?
“”During this sixth month of pregnancy, you may have to do an additional medical exam: the HGPO for “Hyperglycemia caused by oral route“Recalls the midwife. This allows detect gestational diabetes, A form of diabetes that appears during pregnancy. This test carried out Between 24 and 28 SA (between 22 and 26 weeks of pregnancy) is not compulsory, but is recommended for women at risk: age greater than 35 years, overweight, a history of big baby.
“Screening of gestational diabetes consists in absorbing a dose of glucose and then practicing three blood tests at an hour apart”.
“”The examination is to absorb a dose of glucose and then practice three blood tests at an hour apart. The first is made on an empty stomach of twelve hours. The pregnant woman then drinks the sweet solution and then made another blood test an hour later, then another one hour after.“, Details Anh-Chi Ton. This examination takes place in the laboratory. Provide at least 2 or 3 hours because you will not be able to leave the premises between the blood tests.
How is the baby at 24 weeks of pregnancy?
Your baby is increasingly large and heavier. The big novelty of the week: He can now blink with eyes Or at least, open them. His lungs are now well developedbut not yet ready to face the great outdoors. Keep it again warm! His bones and skeleton solidify and he continues to be very active in your belly.
Baby lungs
THE alveoli of his lungs are formed And its respiratory canals continue to multiply. Your baby continues to operate his lungs by making small movements increasingly frequent and regular. But they are not yet completely operational. It is necessary to wait another good month so that they can function properly in contact with the air.
Baby starts to open their eyes!
During this 24th week of pregnancy your baby is starting to open his eyes for a few moments, but he sees very little for the moment. In reality, it is only his eyelids that are starting to dwell. It is still the very beginning: in the coming weeks, he will be able to make this movement faster and more often.
What is the baby’s position at 24 weeks of pregnancy?
At 24 weeks of pregnancy, baby occupies a lot of space in the uterus and it is at this stage of pregnancy thatHe will gradually start to position himself to have your head downstairsin anticipation of childbirth. At 26 SA, baby moves a lot and if he does not yet have his head down, he has all the time to turn around and he still has room.
What is the size and weight of the baby at 26 SA?
HAS 24 weeks of pregnancybaby continues his growth: he now measures approximately 30 cm and weighs 700 g.
Is the fetus viable at 24 weeks of pregnancy or 26 SA?
According to the SOS Prema association, the viability of the fetus is between 23 and 25 SA, between 21 and 23 weeks of pregnancy. At 24 weeks of pregnancy, the fetus is therefore considered viable, even if it is of course preferable to keep it warm until the end of pregnancy.
Thanks to Anh-Chi Ton, midwife.
