3rd Trimester

Question 1

Developmental milestones

Answer 1

• Rapid brain development.
• Lungs mature.
• Baby gains fat for warmth after birth.
• Senses (hearing, taste) fully functioning.

Question 2

Fetal Position

Answer 2

• Most babies settle head-down by week 36.
• Breech position (feet-first) may require monitoring.

Question 3

Immunity

Answer 3

• Mother passes antibodies through the placenta.
• Protects baby for first few months after birth.

Question 4

Prenatal classes

Answer 4

Teach labor stages, breathing techniques, breastfeeding, and newborn care.

Question 5

Due dates

Answer 5

Estimated based on last menstrual period.
- Only about 5% of babies are born exactly on their due date.

Question 6

Lightening

Answer 6

When the baby “drops” into the pelvis (around 36–38 weeks).
- Mother may breathe easier but feel more pelvic pressure.

Question 7

Cervix

Answer 7

Lower part of uterus leading to the birth canal.

Question 8

Dilation

Answer 8

Opening of the cervix during labor.

Measured from 0 to 10 cm.

Question 9

Signs of labour

Answer 9

• Regular contractions.
• Water breaking (rupture of membranes).
• Bloody show (mucus plug release).
• Lower back pain.

Question 10

Braxton hicks contractions

Answer 10

“Practice contractions.”
- Irregular, mild, and do not lead to cervical dilation.