Of the 4 million babies born in 2003, among women who had a previous cesarean, 90.4 percent had a repeat cesarean, and only 10.6 percent had a vaginal birth. Only 19.1 percent of women without a previous cesarean gave birth via cesarean in 2003.
In anticipation of delivery, the baby positions itself with the head down towards the pelvis and sheds lanugo hairs. At any point between week 35 and 40, your little one will let you know he's ready to make a grand entrance and give you your first glimpse at 40 weeks of amazing development.
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Did you just clean out your kitchen junk drawer for the first time ever? Your nesting instinct is really kicking in. You may be feeling more energetic these days, and driven to scrubbing and organizing till you've got a comfortable place to bring your baby home to.
Your eyes may be bugging you. Hormone increases can cause your eyes to become drier, and the shape of your cornes can even change. These changes are only temporary, but you may want to put away the contacts and break out the glasses for the remainder of your pregnancy. Most minor eyesight changes in pregnancy are normal, but you should bring them to the attention of your doctor just in case, particularly if your vision changes suddenly, if it is blurred, or if you see spots.
Here are some tools you'll need as you go through pregnancy. Use the baby name finder to help you choose a great name. Want to know when to expect your newborn baby? Use the due date calendar to determine your new child's birthday. Read articles on your baby's development in the womb, birth methods, exercise during pregnancy and proper nutrition.
