Between week 24 and week 28, it is time to test glucose.It is a very relevant analytical, because it will reveal if the mother suffers from gestational diabetes.In case of positive results, this level of blood sugar must be controlled, since an excess derives in complications for both the mother and the baby.
Regarding the child, it measures between 21 and 22 centimeters and weighs between 500 and 700 grams.It moves more and more floating in the amniotic fluid, giving squeaks, kicks and branching.As it still has enough space, it frequently changes posture, so that the mother will notice the movements in a recurring way.Although, yes, he spends most of the time asleep.
From this week it is common for fetal viability to be reached, although it can be postponed until 28. It refers to the moment when the baby could survive outside the uterus in case of premature delivery, with the relevant subsequent medical treatments.
This occurs because their lungs begin to produce surfactant, a substance that prevents alveolos from sticking when exhaling, fundamental for breathing once born.However, he still receives oxygen from the placenta.
Its sensory organs are increasingly developed, so that it responds to sensory stimuli, perceives flavors, odors and textures.Although since it is completely dark inside the uterus, you still see anything.
In fact, the maturity of his ear also serves to develop balance.Therefore, he already knows if he is upside down or mouth inside the amniotic sack, in which he does not stop moving.
They are likely to have already cited you for the glucose test.Its mission is to detect gestational diabetes, very common in pregnancy.If the result is positive, the doctor will pay a treatment to control blood sugar levels, since gestational diabetes entails risks such as premature birth, excessive growth of the fetus or preeclampsia, among others.
It is also important to monitor that the mother does not suffer from anemia, very frequent in the second quarter due to the largest amount of liquid in the blood, lower than the production of red blood cells;as well as a reduction in iron reserves.The most notorious consequences of anemia are dizziness, tiredness, skin paleness and palpitations.
Other usual symptoms for the mother in the 24th week of pregnancy are the appearance of stretch marks and spots in the dermis.To avoid the former it is important to keep the skin hydrated and, to keep the second, use sunscreen.
Finally, back pain, leg cramps and pain around the abdomen will increase.It is also common to have difficulty sleeping, because of the inconvenience, the weight of the belly and the constant need to go to the bathroom.