If you are 29 weeks pregnant, then your total weight gain should be between 19 and 25 pounds. There are a few discomforts associated with the later part of pregnancy. Constipation occurs when there is abdominal pain or discomfort and difficult, infrequent bowel movements. Consult your health care provider regarding a proper diet. A pregnancy massage will also help to alleviate aches and pains.

A few tips to prevent constipation can be followed. 29 week pregnancy is right time to maintain your weight so follow a healthy diet, eat a high fiber diet including fruits, vegetables, breakfast cereals, whole grain breads, bran and prunes. Drink plenty of fluids – at least 10 – 12 cups each day. Exercise regularly – walking, swimming and moderate exercise. Reduce or eliminate iron supplements. Keep calm and enjoy soothing music. Pregnancy week 29 is the period when you can relax and enjoy the pregnancy and birth of your baby.

After 29 weeks of pregnancy your baby now measures 14 ½ inches and weighs 2 ¾ pounds. At this stage, your baby is growing rapidly. This is due to the rapid brain development that began in week 28. Muscles and lungs are also continuing to mature. Always check with your health care provider regarding your diet. Make sure that you are getting adequate amounts of protein, vitamin C, folic acid, iron and calcium.

29 weeks pregnant women can indulge in healthy pain relieving techniques such as breathing, massage and relaxing. Few troubles like heartburn and pregnancy constipation might again bother. Breathing problems plan to stay for the rest of the pregnancy days. Hemorrhoids, due to growing uterus and gas troubles, slower digestive cycle and crowding in the abdomen are other key issues that may trouble you. But in spite of these discomforts, you can look ahead with anticipation as you go through the pregnancy and birth of your baby.