Week 32

Getting ready for birth? Pack a small bag with comfy clothes, toiletries, and baby items.

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Your baby is the size of a jicama!

All five senses—hearing, smell, taste, sight, and touch—are now working. Your baby can taste some of the foods you eat by swallowing amniotic fluid. This helps them get to know your family's foods and flavors.

Their skin is no longer see-through. Most of their organs are ready, but the lungs and brain are still growing.

Getting ready for birth? Pack a small bag with comfy clothes, toiletries, and a few baby basics. And don’t forget a safe car seat for the ride home!

Check the packing list and L&D FAQs so you know what the hospital provides, where to go, and can get common questions about your hospital stay answered.

Labor Consent Form

We will ask you to review a consent form for labor during this time in pregnancy. Its a chance to talk about how we can help if labor and birth do not go as expected. Learn more so you can feel prepared with questions for your care team.

Breast Pumps

Your breasts are getting ready to make milk for your baby. After birth, a breast pump can help you express and store milk so others can help with feeds. Applying for your pump now is one more step in getting ready.

Most insurance covers a breast pump at no cost. Apply before birth so it’s ready when baby arrives.

Pregnancy Topics Related to Week 32

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Getting Ready For Baby

Your Hospital Packing List for Your Big Day

The hospital will give you many basics, like a hospital gown, mesh underwear and pads, and small care items for you as well as diapers, blankets, clothing, and hats for your baby. Otherwise, pack like you’re going on a weekend trip.

Preparing For Birth

Labor & Delivery Frequently Asked Questions

At BMC, we want you to feel supported and informed every step of the way during your upcoming birth.

Complications

Preparing for the Unexpected During Birth

Most labors go well, but sometimes unexpected things happen. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more prepared and help you have a plan in place in the event something unexpected does occur.

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Feeding Your Baby

How to Choose a Breast Pump

A breast pump uses gentle suction to take milk from your breasts. Most pumps use electricity. Some are hand-powered or use simple suction.

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Feeding Your Baby

Storing and Preparing Breast Milk

Store breastmilk in breastmilk storage bags or in clean, hard plastic or glass containers. After pumping, put the milk in the refrigerator or in a cooler bag with ice packs.

Feeding Your Baby

What You Need for Breastfeeding

You don't need any special equipment for breastfeeding. But there are some things that can make breastfeeding easier or more convenient.