§third trimester · week 28 of 40
you're 28 weeks pregnant.
last revised · baby is about 37.6 cm (14.8") · 1000 g (35.3 oz)
about the size of a napa.
Your baby weighs about a kilogram now. They blink, dream, and respond to your voice with movement.
this week's highlights
- Crosses the 1 kg mark
- Blinking begins
- Dreams (REM sleep) start
- Reacts to voices
how your baby looks
Plumper now with fat-padded cheeks and limbs. The baby can blink and open the eyes wider when awake.
body in focus
- head
- Eyes open and blink; the baby reacts to your voice.
- body
- Body fat percentage rises — chubby cheeks appear.
- hands
- Hands grip and release rhythmically.
- feet
- Kicks may be felt during quiet moments, especially after meals.
what's happening in your body
Belly is rounded and high. Sleep may be hard — find a comfortable side-sleeping setup. Watch for swelling.
gentle tips
- Drink plenty of water — swelling worsens with dehydration.
- Elevate feet when possible to ease swelling.
- Sleep with extra pillows for support.
- Take iron with vitamin C for better absorption (e.g. citrus + spinach).
- Discuss any persistent swelling, headaches, or vision changes ASAP.
what to expect next
The next month brings rapid weight gain. Movements become very visible and the baby will start positioning head-down soon.