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Week 31 of your pregnancy

Your baby is about the size of a coconut

Busy with somersaults and sucking practice, getting plumper and starting to recognise voices.

You this week

A final growth spurt is coming. Sleep troubles, backache, leg cramps and swelling are common.

Tips for this week

  • Have your whooping cough vaccine before week 33
  • Ask about the RSV vaccine and think about feeding
  • Do your pelvic floor exercises

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Summarised from the NHS website. Every pregnancy is different: this is general information, not medical advice. If you're worried about yourself or your baby, contact your midwife or maternity unit. In an emergency, call 999.