On a quiet spring morning, Zhang Li stood in front of the mirror, carefully observing her round belly. This 35-year-old future mother has bright eyes and a face full of anticipation. The pregnancy is coming to an end, and Zhang Li's heart is full of longing for the future, but also a trace of anxiety. As her due date approached, she began to notice subtle changes in her body – changes that both intrigued and apprehensive.
In recent weeks, Zhang Li has felt the so-called "five senses" change: her appetite suddenly changed for the better and she always seemed to feel hungry;At night, she needs to get up frequently to go to the bathroom;Her legs and feet felt heavier;Moreover, she found herself calling *** more easily than before. These subtle physical signals have aroused her curiosity: does this mean that her baby is about to come into the world?
In addition to this, Zhang Li also noticed the "three changes" in her stomach: her abdomen seemed to be a little sagging, her steps became more cautious, and sometimes she even felt some abdominal tension. These changes made her wonder if this was a sign that the fetus had entered the pelvis
As the final stages of pregnancy approached, Zhang Li began to pay more attention to the subtle changes in her body. These changes not only affect her daily life, but also hint at an important moment to come: the baby's entry into the womb.
Increased hunger: Zhang Li found that her hunger was significantly increased, and she often felt an empty stomach and needed to eat more often. Although she pays attention to a balanced diet, she is surprised by this hunger pangs that appear from time to time.
More frequent urgency: As the baby's head moves downwards and compresses the bladder, Zhang Li begins to feel more urgent. This is not only the case during the day, but also at night, and it has become the norm for her to get up frequently to go to the toilet.
Breathing Easier: In the past, she used to feel breathless due to the pressure on her abdomen, but recently she was pleasantly surprised to find that her breathing has become easier, and this change has made her feel a little more comfortable and relaxed.
Pressure in the abdomen: As the fetus gradually descended, Zhang Li felt a feeling of pressure in the abdomen, which was completely different from before. She could clearly feel the baby's position changing.
Mild pain in the abdomen: Occasionally, she will also feel a slight pain in her abdomen, which makes her a little worried. But after the doctor's explanation, she learned that this is a normal phenomenon, because of the stretching of the ligaments and the stretching of the abdomen.
Abdominal sagging: Zhang Li observed that her abdomen was gradually sagging, which was a clear sign that the baby's head was descending and preparing to enter the pelvis. The shape of her belly also changed, from rounding to extending slightly downward.
Gait changes: Due to changes in her abdomen, Zhang Li's walking style has also changed. She found herself having to adjust her pace to accommodate the change in her body's center of gravity.
Abdominal tension: Zhang Li also felt increased tension in her abdomen, especially after standing or walking for long periods of time. This tension made her realize that she needed to pay more attention to rest and adjust the intensity of her activities.
Faced with these changes, Zhang Li decided to consult her obstetrician. The doctor patiently listened to her description and performed a detailed examination. The doctor explained that these are typical signs that the fetus is in the pelvis. Fetal placement is when the baby's head begins to descend into the pelvis in preparation for childbirth. This process usually occurs a few weeks before the due date and is more common in primiparous women.
The doctor's explanation made Zhang Li breathe a sigh of relief. While she knew the day of labor was getting closer, it gave her peace of mind knowing that these changes were part of normal. She began to pay more attention to how her body felt and was ready for the arrival of a new life.
Through communication with doctors, Zhang Li learned that although these changes mean that labor is imminent, the exact timing is still uncertain. She needs to be patient and prepare well. The doctor also advised her to continue to maintain moderate exercise, such as walking, to help her body better prepare for childbirth.
Zhang Li felt both excited and nervous, but more than that, she was looking forward to the new life that was about to come. She decided to document this particular experience and share it with other expectant mothers, hoping to help them better understand and cope with the changes in the third trimester through her own experience.
After Zhang Li returned home, she shared the doctor's advice and her own feelings with her husband. Her husband has been her support, and together they discussed birth plans, including when to go to the hospital, how to deal with emergencies, and how to prepare the newborn at home.