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36th Week of Pregnancy

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You're in the homestretch. Have your bag packed and ready.

 
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Wellness and Nutrition When You're 36 Weeks Pregnant

When you're 36 weeks pregnant, it's natural for your body to begin to slow a little as you get closer to your due date. You're now carrying a full-grown baby inside, and are continuing to adjust to loosening ligaments, swelling, and other challenges.

  • Continuing consistent, gentle exercise can give you long-term energy. Walking is a great example of exercise you usually can continue through labor.
  • Your balanced nutrition now is not only nourishing you and your baby, but also is establishing a strong foundation for possible breastfeeding and your body's timely recovery after delivery.

It's Time to Pack Your Bags!
You might want to have your bag packed and ready, even though you have several weeks before your due date. Don't forget a bag for your partner, too.

Packing Tips:

  • Try the interactive packing list to make sure you have everything you need. And pack your free Similac® Travel Bag with your toiletries and makeup. Don't have one? Ask your doctor!
  • Leave your packed bags in a handy place.
  • For items you can't pack ahead of time, try taping a list to your suitcase as a reminder.
  • You and your partner might want to separate items into two bags: one for supplies to use during labor and a larger bag for your entire hospital stay.
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