27 Weeks Pregnant

WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON?

More Week 27 Info

27 week pregnancy diet

Curious about things you should be incorporating in your diet at 27 weeks pregnant? Your diet at 27 weeks should be similar to what it’s been since finding out you were pregnant! 

Depending on your weight prior to pregnancy, you have probably gained somewhere around 15 – 30 pounds by this point. If you don’t fall in this range, please don’t stress, pregnancy looks different on everyone. 

Just like when you’re not pregnant, you should gravitate towards fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins during pregnancy. It’s okay to eat foods higher in fat and sugar in moderation, but try and focus on the fruits, veggies, whole grains, legumes, protein, and low-fat dairy. 

If you’re in a bit of a meal-time rut, or want some tasty recipes you know are packed with the nutrients you need – The MLN Pregnancy and Postpartum Cookbook Collection is here for you!

27 weeks is how many months?

At 27 weeks you are in your 6th month of pregnancy. It does get a little tricky when you start referring to pregnancy in months because it’s not an equal comparison. 

If this helps, you will be in your 6th month of pregnancy for weeks 23-27, so this is the last week before you hit the 7th month!

27 weeks pregnant ultrasound

By 27 weeks, you should have already had your anatomy scan. It typically happens between 18 and 22 weeks. Some babies are less cooperative during the anatomy scan than others and like to play hide and seek, typically scoring themselves an additional ultrasound. 

If the ultrasound tech was not able to visualize all of baby’s organs and body parts during the initial anatomy scan, then you probably have already had a follow-up ultrasound or should be having one any day now. 

There are some other conditions that might warrant additional ultrasounds during pregnancy. Having a history of preterm birth, carrying multiples, concerns over baby’s growth, and certain medical conditions might lead to additional ultrasounds past the 20-week anatomy scan. 

I’ve also heard that a lot of practices are doing a third trimester ultrasound for any mamas that was COVID positive or “COVID recovered” during pregnancy. So this is another reason that you may have an ultrasound in the coming weeks.

27 weeks pregnant movement slowed down

This is important information for you to hear! Your baby should not move less the bigger they get. 

Up until this point your baby’s movements might have been sort of sporadic and inconsistent, especially if you have an anterior placenta. You will probably hear your provider mention kick counts to you this week. 

Kick counting is a free and effective way for mama’s to track the wellbeing of baby while in the womb, pick up on potential problems, and prevent stillbirth. I have included resources on kick counting below so be sure you check them out as there is a lot of evolving info on best practices related to kick counting and monitoring fetal movement. 

If at any point during pregnancy your baby’s movements feel different, off, or decreased, call your provider, or get evaluated immediately! 

If you aren’t being heard or taken seriously, put your foot down, advocate, don’t take no for an answer. You should never feel bad, ashamed, or as if you are wasting anyone’s time if you are concerned about your baby’s movements. If your provider ever makes you feel this way, I recommend you find a new one ASAP.