Turning head-down, getting ready.
About the size of a courgette — or a beagle puppy, or a gingerbread house. 42 cm (16.5 in), 1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz).
What's happening this week. Most babies turn head-down around now, getting into position. Fingernails and toenails are complete, and the skin is turning soft and smooth.
Likely head-down by now. Nails fully grown. Skin turning soft and smooth.
The baby now sleeps in cycles much like a newborn's — including a clear favourite time to party.
What your partner can do this week: Wash the baby's first clothes and bedding. Start packing the hospital bag — the NHS suggests having it ready at least three weeks before the due date. Plan who looks after pets or older children when labour starts.