Your baby at 33 weeks
Your baby's brain and nervous system are fully developed.
Bones are hardening, apart from the skull, which stays soft so it can move during birth.
Your body at 33 weeks
You may feel a heavy, pressing feeling in your pelvis.
Braxton Hicks may be more frequent.
Our hospital bag checklist covers everything, including the things everyone forgets.
Your to-do list at 33 weeks
- Pack your hospital bag and get your notes and birth plan ready.
- Ask your midwife about group B strep.
When to call your midwife
Contact your maternity unit straight away, day or night, if your baby's movements slow down, stop or change, if your waters break, if you have bleeding, or if you have a bad headache, vision problems or sudden swelling. Don't wait until the next day.
How big is my baby at 33 weeks pregnant?
At 33 weeks, your baby is about 43.7cm from head to heel.
How many months is 33 weeks pregnant?
33 weeks pregnant is around 8 months, in the third trimester.
What should I do at 33 weeks pregnant?
Pack your hospital bag and get your notes and birth plan ready.
Keep reading
- Pregnancy week by week: the complete guide
- Due date calculator: when is my baby due?
- Hospital bag checklist: what to pack for you, baby and your birth partner
This guide is general information based on NHS week-by-week guidance, not medical advice. Every pregnancy is different, and baby sizes are averages. If you're worried about anything, contact your midwife, GP or maternity unit. See the NHS week-by-week guide.
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