Pregnancy week by week › Week 41
Week 41 of your pregnancy
Your baby is about the size of a watermelon
Growth has slowed and baby is ready, weighing 3 to 4 kg on average. Overdue babies may have dry, peeling skin.
watermelon51.2 cm
You this week
Feeling fed up is normal! Braxton Hicks, poor sleep, backache and swelling may continue.
Tips for this week
- Talk to your midwife about induction
- Do your pelvic floor exercises
- Keep moving and resting when you can
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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.