Week 30

Postpartum is easier with a plan. Learn how to prepare for healing, feeding, sleep, and support at home after birth.

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Your baby is the size of a cabbage!

Your baby will keep gaining weight to get ready for birth. They can now help keep their body warm on their own.

Their brain is growing quickly and getting stronger every day.

It’s normal to feel nervous about birth and the big change in your life coming soon. Make sure to talk to your provider about your feelings.

Postpartum is easier with a plan. Now is a great time to learn how to prepare for healing, feeding, and home support.

Keeping Your Baby Safe

There are many ways to keep your baby safe, including a car seat, a safe sleep space, and some medicines and tests.

If you have MassHealth, you may qualify for a free car seat.

Another choice to make for your baby is about circumcision. Consider whether circumcision is right for your baby and family.

Pregnancy Topics Related to Week 30

Getting Support

Ways Your Support Person Can Help

What does support look like after the birth?

Physical Health

Feeding Yourself While Feeding Your Baby

Eating healthy food after birth matters as much as when you are pregnant. Healthy eating supports your recovery and boosts your energy. Continue taking your prenatal vitamins for extra vitamins and iron. People who are breastfeeding need 500 extra calories each day.

Safety

Car Seat Safety

A properly installed car seat is one of the best ways to protect your baby during every trip—starting with the first ride home from the hospital.

Safety

Safe Sleep for Your Baby

Creating the right sleep space helps keep your baby healthy and lowers the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). These steps can help your baby rest safely and comfortably.

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Getting Ready For Baby

The Circumcision Decision

If you have a male baby, we'll ask you about circumcision. Circumcision is a small surgery where the skin that covers the tip of the penis (the foreskin) is removed.