Here are some of things you may be experiencing when you’re 39 weeks pregnant. This phenomenon is almost as exciting as it sounds. It’s a short, shooting pain in your pelvis that can get triggered when you or your baby moves. It hurts because your baby’s head is putting pressure on your cervix, where you have a ton of nerves.

By the time you get to 39 weeks pregnant, you’re probably more than ready for your baby to be born. After all, your baby is around 20 inches long, you’ve probably gained a total of around 25-35 pounds and you’re more than a little uncomfortable—not to mention really eager to meet your little one!

At 39 weeks pregnant, there’s nothing left to do except see the doctor each week, wait for baby and keep your mind busy with little tasks. If they get done, great.

At 39 weeks pregnant, your baby is now 'full term,' and you may be feeling something called lightning crotch. Babylist editors love baby gear and independently curate their favorite products to share with you. If you buy something through links on our site, Babylist may earn a commission.