#  Week 27 

 

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Your baby is the size of a rutabaga!

Your baby is starting to sleep and wake up at regular times, just like you do.

They can open their eyes, blink, and even have tiny eyelashes.



## Weekly Affirmation

###  I trust my instincts. 





There are many ways to give birth. Learn about your options for labor and birth, pain relief, and comfort measures.

Make a plan that fits you. Being prepared for childbirth is important. We offer childbirth education classes. Talk to your provider or look at the calendar for upcoming classes.

**Vaginal Birth After a C-Section (VBAC)**

Did you have a C-section in a prior pregnancy? Are you interested in considering a vaginal birth this time? We have information on [having a vaginal birth after a C-section](/bump-beyond/labor-and-birth/what-expect-during-labor/planning-vbac "Bump & Beyond: Planning Your Next Birth After a C-Section | Boston Medical Center (bmc.org)").

 Bump & Beyond - Week by Week [Childbirth Education Classes](/bump-beyond/labor-and-birth/preparing-birth/childbirth-education-classes) [Making a Birth Plan](/bump-beyond/labor-and-birth/preparing-birth/birth-plan) [Choices of Pain Medication in Labor](/bump-beyond/labor-and-birth/what-expect-during-labor/medication-pain-relief) [Unmedicated Labor Options and Comfort Techniques](/bump-beyond/labor-and-birth/what-expect-during-labor/comfort-techniques-unmedicated-labor)