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32 Weeks Pregnant with Twins or Multiples
If you are 32 weeks pregnant with twins, it is important for you to realise that this indeed is a moment of celebration, albeit in a toned down manner to suit your babies. When compared with a woman carrying a single child, the 32 weeks of twin pregnancy can easily be considered as 40 weeks of a single one. With the tummy and uterus sizes being pretty similar to each other, the growth of the babies within your wombs would have been the same up until now as well. However, things are going to change quite a bit now, with the space inside your womb reducing for the babies, and the little ones getting eager to be outside and live on their own as well.
The Growth of the Babies At 32 Weeks
Your children that have been thriving inside your body all this while will continue to do so for some more time. Their rate of growth will tend to slow down a bit if compared with the growth of a single child, but there’s still quite substantial development processes that will occur during it.
Primarily, the bodies of the babies will continue to put on fat and increase in size everywhere. The limbs and the body, which was skeletal for quite some time, will now fill out properly and resemble something close to a newborn child as it progresses. This is what will make it comparable to the large head of the babies.
If you’ve been tracking the movement of your babies, there might be instances when you begin to worry since their amount of kicks or their usual movements might not be as earlier. This is completely normal and most twins or triplets slow down their activities as the due date approaches. The restrictions placed by the tiny space within the uterus leaves them barely any space to carry out their antics anymore. However, you will continue to feel small flutters and squirms as they continue to change their orientation once in a while.
The maturity of their internal core organs continues to proceed speedily in this week as well. Most importantly, their bladders are carrying out the procedure of processing the bodily fluids and passing out plain water as urine. Their brains are being stimulated by numerous signals, from inside the body as well as outside, causing them to dream quite often inside the womb, too. All of these functionalities are extremely crucial in ensuring that the body functions in the right manner once it starts surviving on its own.
Most babies have usually shed the light hair covering their bodies before this week arrives. Similarly, your little ones would have a nice thick head of hair, while some babies have tiny portions. Hair development can be genetic, too. Apart from the hair, the skull development has nearly completed for its stage, although it has not fully hardened. The bone portions that constitute a complete skull are yet to fuse together and stay malleable on purpose, to facilitate the child’s emergence from the birth canal. As for the remaining skeletal structure, it is reaching its required degree of ossification and hardening.
What Is the Size of the Babies?
Imagine yourself holding a large turnip or a sweet potato or even a squash for that matter. That’s exactly how large your little ones are inside that uterus. When reaching the 32nd week of pregnancy, twins or other multiples are already close to resembling their final look when they are born. Their height, when measured from head to toe, is roughly 40-41 centimetres, with a weight that hovers close to 1.4-1.5 kilograms for each baby. If that already seems heavy to you, your babies will still put on roughly half a kilogram each by the time you deliver them.
Common Bodily Changes
All the changes that take place in your body, whether inside or outside, are all signs that indicate to you that your body is nearly ready to take care of the babies through the delivery as well as after it.
For women who might be thinking that all the readiness and preparation for delivering the babies need to be done by the mother, they are half right in that matter. Your babies are making their own attempts to facilitate the process for you as well. A definite sign of noticing this change is by observing your tummy carefully. If you’ve had photos from the previous months, you can hold them and compare it with your current one. Most babies begin to adjust their position around this week and adopt one that puts their head down, facing the birth canal. This will cause your uterus to be heavier on its lower end, giving your stomach a more pear-like shape, rounded on the lower end. Combined with an increased ease in breathing deeply and quickly, this is one of the most significant changes that take place inside you, which is visible on the outside.
A lot of skin darkening tends to occur through the pregnancy. Right from dark spots on the skin in random places, to the dark line running over your stomach, the breasts also have to deal with darkening through the second trimester. This pigmentation of the nipples and the areola tends to hit yet another degree around the 32nd week, as they get even more dark to assist the baby in spotting them easily when breastfeeding. The leaking of breasts would continue as it used to, without any further increase in their size.
Anything emerging out of the vagina might get your attention almost instantly. And it is of no further help that the discharge that used to occur previously in pregnancy would make a return yet again. This thick and milky coloured discharge does clean up the vagina and populate it with good bacteria, keeping it conducive for the baby’s passage. However, any presence of a thin watery liquid might be a sign of your water breaking.
Symptoms Of Twin Pregnancy At 32 Weeks
Quite same as before, your twin pregnancy symptoms will continue to be similar to that of a previous couple of weeks, without abating one bit.
Be prepared for an increased tendency of random contractions that occur out of nowhere, and causing you to constantly feel that you might deliver your babies any second now. As the size of the babies begins to increase, the body goes into overdrive in preparing itself for the labour process. The tell-tale sign of Braxton Hicks contractions is their fading away once you change your body position. If they continue to persist even after that and continue to occur regularly with increasing intensity of pain, that, indeed, could be a sign of premature labour.
The pressure that the uterus and the babies are putting on the stomach and the digestive system, already causes indigestion and the chances of acid reflux to be strong. This tends to elevate to yet another level when the babies change their position and push into the stomach even more strongly.
Twin Pregnancy - Belly At 32 Weeks
Your uterus now begins to have a lower amount of amniotic fluid than before. This reduces the amount of cushioning it used to provide to the movement of the children, causing you to feel them in much more detail than before.
Your stomach would also seem to sink a bit lower as the babies change their position within the womb.
Twin Pregnancy At 32 Weeks - Ultrasound
Most doctors begin to conduct ultrasound scans every other week. The chances of breech twins at 32 weeks are substantial, and these need to be detected as much in advance as possible. If the due date is closer and the scan tends to reveal a non-ideal position for the delivery, then your doctor might undertake methods to coerce the babies into changing their position. This might have to repeat again if they change and then return back to the previous one.
What To Eat
Although your weight gain would be substantial around this time, it is necessary that you don’t skimp on any food or nutrition to keep your weight in control. Certain dietary restrictions might be advised if you are overweight, but it is best if you can opt to include meat in your diet, at least for this week.
Pregnancy Care Tips
Taking care of your pregnancy in the 32nd week requires only a few important tips to be remembered.
Dos
Connect to your insurance provider and double check the terms
Engage in talking to your babies in a high-pitched baby voice
Dont's
Avoid gorging on heavy meals as you approach your due date
Stay away from herbal remedies for your pains unless recommended by your doctor
Twins Delivered At 32 Weeks
There have been instances where a woman has given birth to her babies prematurely. Thankfully, the survival rate of twins born at 32 weeks is pretty good, given the fact that they have nearly completed eight months of pregnancy. There is a risk of further complications developing, which is why neo-natal care units are advised for such babies. Some doctors might go ahead and carry out a caesarean delivery if your labour cramps begin and the babies are not in an ideal position for delivery.
What You Need To Shop For
Your pregnancy will be a thing of the past in a few weeks now. So make sure you remember it by:
Getting a picture frame to house an ultrasound photo of the babies
A digital camera to document the last stages of your pregnancy
Preterm labour with twins at 32 weeks is not anything out of the ordinary for many women. Since doctors are already prepared for it, you ought to be ready mentally and physically as well, keeping the well-being of the children as your priority.
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Finger Feeding a Baby - Benefits, Drawbacks and Techniques
You might be aware of the technique called finger feeding to latch on a baby’s mouth successfully. The initial stages following childbirth can be tough for a child to immediately use his reflexes and muscles to feed off the breast successfully. Rather than let him go hungry or use a bottle, there is an alternative that is closer to the actual breastfeeding action.
What is Finger Feeding?
There is a specific technique where a feeding tube attached to a finger can be used to deliver breastmilk or formula to the child. Termed as finger feeding, it allows the baby to suck on the finger like a breast and learn to feed the natural way.
When is Finger Feeding Useful?
Finger feeding may not seem like the most natural or convenient way to feed a child. However, there are a few scenarios where opting to go ahead with finger feeding might be useful for the baby in the first place.
Current lifestyles might make it necessary for the baby to stay apart from the mother for extended durations. This could cause the baby to feel anxious and refuse to accept a bottle as a replacement. A few babies might accept a sipper cup or feed a bit with a syringe, but if a child is more responsive to the touch of your finger, then finger feeding might be the right way to proceed ahead.
Breastfeeding often has to be done without a break, with your baby needing a feed every couple of hours. This, and the numerous changes a woman's body goes through after childbirth could cause the nipples to be extra sensitive, causing them to be sore or even develop cracks. In these cases, they need a break and need to rest a bit. Rather than develop a tendency to accept a bottle, finger feeding might be a better option. This can allow the baby to return back to the breast easily as well.
At times, the baby might take time to develop the strength to breastfeed successfully or the mother might need some time to recover properly. In such scenarios, opting for a bottle may introduce a confusion in the baby’s senses pertaining to the feeling of the nipple, making him difficult to accept a natural breast. Fingers are much closer to actual human skin and finger feeding can prevent such problems.
Babies need to understand how to use their tongue to latch on to the breast and suck it properly. The initial rush of hunger can make it difficult for them to feed and learn it at the same time. Finger feeding can help them practice that act while being fed properly.
Newborn babies tend to be sleepy and their hunger can frustrate them. This can also lead in a behaviour where a child simply refuses to latch on to the breast properly. Finger feeding can help cut down that frustration so that the latching can take its own pace to develop effectively.
Benefits of Finger Feeding
Whether using a finger feeding syringe or resorting to any other technique, there are a bunch of benefits that finger feeding brings to a child compared to other feeding techniques.
Finger feeding allows the baby to practice his sucking skills to latch properly.
Compared to other techniques, finger feeding keeps the skin to skin contact going strong.
There are rarely any refusals to finger feeding, as compared to refusing a bottle.
A baby does not develop any confusion between a rubber nipple and a real one.
Compared to using a sipper cup or a bottle, finger feeding allows sticking to the natural action of sucking, making it easier to return to breastfeeding.
Drawbacks of Finger Feeding
No technique is absolutely fool-proof and can definitely not be used as a replacement for the real one. Even with finger feeding, there are a few shortcomings as well as issues that can make things difficult for the child than they actually are.
The difference between a nipple and a finger is quite evident. Furthermore, the breast tissue also plays a major part in making the baby comfortable and used to the mother. There are very real dangers of the fingers entering too far into the throat, or the tube touching the back of the mouth, causing the baby to gag or throw up, resisting the feed altogether.
The position of the feeding tube between the fingers needs to be appropriate. Holding it above the fingers can cause it to brush with the roof of the mouth repeatedly, resulting in a soreness and pain.
When a baby breastfeeds, he pretty much has a good control over the flow of milk, allowing him to adjust it as he needs. With finger feeding, the flow might tend to be slow causing the baby to suck harder. If it is too fast, it can either lead him to choke on it or cause overfeeding.
Some mothers might opt for using homemade finger feeding systems. These may not always function properly, causing a mess with milk leaking around. Furthermore, cleaning the tubes and other apparatus can be a repetitive chore.
Finger feeding is generally not deemed as an appropriate way to feed every child. If a child suddenly gets aware of the tube, he might refuse any kind of feeding mechanism, leading to a calorie loss.
What Supplies Do You Need for Finger Feeding Your Child?
When deciding to go ahead with finger feeding your baby, it is necessary to put together a few apparatus and objects that can help you achieve the same. These could be locally sourced or might have to be procured from an online store.
A feeding tube of the number 5 of a length of at least 90 cm.
A needle-less syringe with about 60ml of volume.
Transparent medical tape.
Elastic band
Clean sterile gloves (optional)
Hand sanitizer
The feed, either in the form of formula or stored breastmilk.
A bag or a container to store all the items safely.
How to Finger Feed a Baby
Before proceeding to start finger feeding your baby, go through the following steps to know the right procedure, helping you keep your baby safe at all times.
Make sure your hands are absolutely clean and do not have sharp fingernails.
Position your baby comfortably.
Tape the feeding tube on the side of your finger, keeping its end just where your finger ends.
Dip the opposite end of the tube in the milk securely.
Encourage your baby to open his mouth and place your soft finger on the roof of his mouth. Don’t venture too far inside and stop when he naturally latches onto your finger. Your fingernail should be touching his tongue.
Make sure his lips are folded outward and maintain your finger position within. Gently touch his tongue to make him start sucking the way he would on the breast.
The initial feeding times would be longer as your baby gets used to the feeding mechanism. The milk will drain from the container intermittently, as your baby takes multiple breaks while feeding. Remove your fingers when you feel your baby rejecting them from within.
How Can Finger Feeding Be Used as a Suck Training Exercise?
There is a good chance that finger feeding techniques can be used to help provide your baby with suck training. However, these should be done only if recommended by your doctor and in the way suggested to you. Latching on the breast and sucking the nipple to get the milk is a function of the lips as well as the tongue. These together play a vital role in controlling the flow of the milk, especially with the tongue roaming over the ridge of the gums, closer to the roof of the mouth. The right tongue movement not only makes breastfeeding easier for the child, but it is also less taxing on the breast of the mother.
FAQs
Parents wonder if they should use a finger feeding tube or go with a syringe instead. These are just a few questions amongst many others, which might arise when deciding to go ahead with finger feeding.
1. How much and how long should I finger feed my baby?
The amount and duration of finger feeding depend primarily on the reason why you are opting for finger feeding in the first place. These factors change if you can breastfeed at certain periods or cannot do so at all. Your doctor can be a better judge of the same but a general finger feeding session should last anywhere around half an hour to 45 minutes. The sessions might have to be repeated more frequently if breastmilk is being used since it tends to digest faster than formula.
2. How does one clean the finger feeding supplies?
Don’t go the typical way and boil the feeding tube the way you would for a bottle. The tube can get hard and make it difficult for the baby to feed properly. Use warm water with some mild soap, rinsing it properly and removing any feed present in it. Dry them and store in a towel or a sealed sterile container.
3. Is finger feeding the same as breastfeeding?
Definitely not. Finger feeding should have opted only if breastfeeding doesn’t seem to be an option permanently or a minor time period. It is not a permanent fixture.
4. What if my baby is not getting enough supplement by finger feeding?
A baby with uncontrollable hunger can make it difficult to finger feed properly. In such a case, make use of a syringe or a bottle to make sure his nutrition is intact. Later, introduce finger feeding again when he is in a calmer state of mind.
Finger feeding a newborn can be quite tricky in the beginning but you will get the hang of it over time. Breastfeeding is irreplaceable and should be returned to as soon as possible. Until then, finger feeding is the way to go in the appropriate manner.
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If there was an award for the most versatile item in your closet, the little black dress would win it hands down! No matter what the occasion, it is perfect when styled right. Some interesting ways to style a little black dress will have you look stunning each time.
Do you have a little black dress that fits you perfectly and makes you look gorgeous? If you love wearing your LBD to a date, a cocktail party and to functions at the office, ensure you style it to suit the occasion. If you don't have one and are wondering what an LBD dress is, it’s a black dress that varies from short to medium in length. Get one immediately and take a little help from creative ideas and trendy accessories to rock the world!
How to Wear a Little Black Dress In Style
1. Don a jacket
Pair an LBD with your favourite jacket to lend an extra layer of style. Wear a denim jacket and a stylish hat with a little black dress for a casual event or to take your children to school. Make heads turn at a semi-formal do by wearing a sequinned jacket with the same black dress. Add sheer black stockings and stilettos to get the perfect look.
2. Bling it
Want to dazzle your husband in a little black dress? Wear a chunky neckpiece with an LBD featuring a plunging neckline. If you have a halter-neck dress, sweep up your hair into a French twist and wear long drop earrings embellished with stones. He’ll definitely have his eyes on you all night long!
3. Wear a wrap
Take your pick from impressive wraps and scarves and add a touch of colour to a little black dress. Tie a wrap or a scarf around your neck and leave the ends dangling to the front, or just throw it around your shoulders. Perfect for every season, this look can never go wrong. Finish it with red lips and a touch of bronze on the eyes.
4. Accessorise it right
You can greatly increase the appeal of your look by choosing the right accessories for your little black dress. Achieve a cool look by carrying a bright-coloured clutch with your LBD. Pair it up with a metallic belt or add even more colour with a vibrant belt featuring small studs. It’s a great look for wearing to a special night out or even to an office party.
5. Less is more
A minimalistic look goes best with the little black dress. You can pair it with flats or stilettos. Either way, you’ll look chic and trendy. Let down your hair or wear it in a simple bun and stick in a few embellished bobby pins. Go for small earrings and nude makeup for a simple yet elegant finish.
So, what is an LBD dress? A rockstar that offers infinite styling options! These are just a few ways to wear a little black dress and you can dazzle in your LBD in so many more looks. And hey, if you don’t have an LBD yet, why not go shopping!! Read more
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Do you find it hard to video chat with your kids? Maybe you need to make the experience more interesting so your little ones pay attention. Video chatting sessions can easily turn into fun times your children will love!
Do you often have to stay away from home and your little one for work and other commitments? You certainly miss your baby and would like nothing better than to stay in touch. Thanks to progress in technology, this isn't difficult anymore. Bonding through video chat with toddlers on Skype is one option that can make the distance dissolve in no time!
Tips for Video Chatting with Children
1. Timing it Right
Toddlers have a short attention span so it's important that you time video chats in such a way that your children are in a good mood and attentive. The best time to chat is in the morning after breakfast as this is when they're most alert. Avoid chatting when they're hungry and tired as they'll only be fussy and irritable.
2. Make Eye Contact
One of the most important tips for a video chat with kids is to make eye contact with them. In order to have toddlers listen to you and respond, it is important that they can see your face and look into your eyes. Try to make them feel like you're talking directly to them instead of through a screen otherwise they'll get bored and inattentive. If your hubby is home, ask him to pitch in and keep your darling entertained!
3. Going for Favourites
Getting your pre-schoolers to show interest throughout a video chat takes some work. You can sing them their favourite song or tell them their favourite story. You could even enact it with some puppets. They'd love that and will be all ears for what you have to say. Try being funny as kids enjoy comic scenes and expressions.
4. Try a Change of Scene
Try chatting with your kids on a phone or a tablet. This makes it easy for you to move around and also gives them the freedom to show you different scenes and views. This is especially so if you have older children who are eager to tell you about school, friends and what's been going on in their lives. However, a change of location should also work well with your toddler.
5. Expect Less
Unlike adults who can chat endlessly for hours, children lose interest quickly. Toddlers and pre-schoolers in particular get bored easily. Don't expect your little ones to chat with you for more than five minutes at a time. Anything longer and they'll be craving something else. It's a good idea to end the call before they start zoning out.
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Expecting Mom due in 4 months
13 hours ago
Q. mam i am 21 week continuing in my pregnancy but my baby not moving as much
Dr Priyanka Kalra
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
12 hours ago
A. pl do ultrasound. better to show to specialist always as they get the correct diagnosis. try to avoid self and extra medication that will only complicate this and create more damage to the child
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12 hours ago
Q. #asktheexperts what is muconium staining?
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
12 hours ago
A. due to feetal distance that will be mcconium passing in the uterine cavity itself. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Expecting Mom due in 2 months
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Q. #asktheexperts What should I buy for my baby however I'm just expecting in 2 month
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A. you can get information regarding essentials of the new ones watch any YouTube channel. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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11 hours ago
Q. I got faint line all my pregnancy test and I missed my periods for 10 days but USG and TVs test confirm there is no pregnancy is there any chance that it is very early stage that's why it is not visible???? or TVs test is the last thing that can tell that really there is no pregnancy
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10 hours ago
A. I think it would be advisable for you to get an ultrasound done with your doctor that’s going to give you a clarity because if there is a pregnancy it would be visible at least at least that sack is visible if it’s a regular pregnancy so it would be advisable to have a test with your doctor
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Guardian of 0 children
7 hours ago
Q. mere twins baby girl and boyhai one month 8 days old kya mai ghutti de sakte hun ya gripe water de sakte hun aur kab se start kar sakte hun
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A. dear Mum, you should not give any sort of gripe water or ghutti to your baby. these are unhealthy and dangerous and can cause infection to your baby. so, these should be completely avoided.
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Q. I am currently 32 week pregnant.I recently had growth scan.mu baby is in cephalic presentation. Does this change as I approach my due date. Also my EDD is July 25 and EDC is July 2. what is my expected due date. Also what is EDC?
Dr Vandan H Kumar
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A. edc is expected date of delivery only.
that is 40 weeks
You will get more information for your query with your family doctor. You may meet your dr in person for proper guidance .
It is important to remain in contact with your doctor.
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