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Baby's developmentMonth 8 It’s getting close to the time you’ve been waiting for – the birth of the baby that has been growing these many months. To prepare for this, the fetus turns to a head down position and snuggles into the pelvis. The space is getting a little cramped and rapid fluttery movements are fewer, it’s now big thumps and kicks. It is important to continue to feel daily periods of active movement – check with your doctor if you notice any change in the quality or quantity of fetal movements.
The baby is certainly ready for life outside the mother now – and, if born, most babies would be able to breathe air without any problem. The lungs have become stronger. The fetus is almost fully-grown, weighing about 5 pounds and measuring 18 inches in length.
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