35 WEEKS PREGNANT
Kidneys are fully developed and the liver can process some waste
Baby this week: about 45.9 cm — head to heel · about 2.4 kg
≈ 45.9 cm — about the size of a honeydew melon
Illustration enlarged for clarity — the amber marker shows true relative size
Your baby this week
- Kidneys are fully developed and functioning
- The liver can process some waste products on its own
- Most of the lanugo hair has shed by now, though some babies still have patches at birth
- Growth is focused on adding fat rather than length at this stage
Your body this week
- Pelvic pressure often increases as the baby moves lower into position
- Practice contractions may feel stronger and more frequent, though true labor contractions typically follow a regular, intensifying pattern
This week's tip: Learning the difference between Braxton Hicks and true labor contractions can help you feel more prepared — your provider can walk you through the signs to watch for.
Want the bigger picture — organ development, nutrition, scans and warning signs for this stage? See month 8: Getting ready for the outside.
Sizes and milestones are typical ranges — every pregnancy runs on its own clock. Educational content; your prenatal care team's guidance always comes first.