28 Weeks Pregnant What No One Tells You (But You Really Need to Know)

 So, you’ve made it to the third trimester—cue the celebration!  But between “get your sleep now” and “baby’s the size of an eggplant,” are people actually telling you what’s happening in your body (and what to do about it)?

Let’s fix that. Here's what no one talks about—but every pregnant mama should know at 28 weeks.

1. The Real Symptoms to Watch

Normal:

• Braxton Hicks (aka warm-up contractions)

• Blurry vision (yep, hormones can affect your eyes!)

• Leaky boobs (colostrum may start early!)

• Shortness of breath + insomnia

 Not Normal:

• Sudden swelling in your face/hands

• Persistent headaches or blurry vision with floaters

• Severe pain or bleeding

If you’re unsure, always call your provider. No shame in being cautious!

2. Your Body is Prepping for Birth Now

Here’s the deal: labor isn’t something that magically happens at 40 weeks. Your body is training already—and how you support it now matters.

Try this daily:

• Light stretching + pelvic tilts

• 10 minutes of deep, birth-focused breathing

• Visualizing a calm, empowered labor

3. Want Breastfeeding to Go Smoothly? Start Today.

That’s right—breastfeeding success starts in the third trimester. Your hormones are shifting, and now’s the perfect time to:

• Understand how milk supply actually works

• Learn what’s normal vs. what’s not

• Prep your mindset with daily affirmations or visualization

4. Baby at 28 Weeks

Your baby is hearing your voice, feeling your emotions, and practicing breathing motions. Now’s a beautiful time to bond through music, talking, or reading a short book out loud each night. 

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