Prenatal checkup: week 32

As your little baby grows bigger, you’ll feel lots of kicks and even hiccups — and you may also have more trouble with breathing, finding a comfortable way to sleep, and, yes, even getting out of bed. Use this visit to discuss healthy strategies for getting through the final months.

What to expect:

• You’ll do a urine test.
• You’ll get your blood pressure and weight checked.
• Your doctor will listen to the baby’s heartbeat.
• Your doctor will feel and measure your belly.
  

What to ask:

1. How can I tell the difference between Braxton Hicks contractions and real labor?
2. What type of vaginal discharge is normal, and what type should I call you?
3. Am I gaining weight at a healthy rate?
4. What can I safely take to ease my heartburn?
5. What newborn screenings does the hospital require?
6. Does the hospital support breastfeeding after delivery?