3rd trimester · Week 35
35 weeks pregnant
Kidneys mature; fat for warmth
The kidneys are functionally mature. Subcutaneous fat will help temperature after birth. Weekly antenatal visits often begin soon.
How big is your baby at 35 weeks?
- Length
- 46.2 cm
- Weight
- 2,380 g
- Size
- Cauliflower
On average about 46.2 cm long and 2,380 g. Size comparison: Cauliflower.
These are averages; every baby grows at their own pace.
How is your baby developing at 35 weeks?
The fetus is plumper. The gut has meconium ready (it should stay inside until after birth). Average length is about 46 cm; weight often near 2.4 kg. Lungs still mature through 37+ weeks.
What changes in your body at 35 weeks?
Pelvic pressure and trouble finding a comfortable sleep position are typical. You may feel the baby “drop” later, not necessarily this week, and some people never notice lightening.
Tips for this week
Pack a small bag if that lowers anxiety. Review when to call: regular painful contractions, fluid leak, bleeding, fever, severe headache, or a clear drop in movements. Do not start herbal “labor teas” without clinician approval.
