Third trimester

9 Months Pregnant

A look at weeks 33 through 36

Month 9 (weeks 33–36) is when fetal growth nears completion. Weekly prenatal visits begin and birth logistics are finalized.

Weeks in this month

Key changes this month

  • Weeks 33–34: lungs are nearly mature.
  • Walking and posture grow uncomfortable as the bump becomes heavy.
  • Weekly visits begin at week 36. Cervical changes and fetal position are checked.

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Textbook averages. Individual variation is wide and this is not medical advice — confirm with your OB.