Third trimester
Week 35 of pregnancy — a father's guide
The baby is the size of a honeydew melon. 5 weeks to go.
Your baby
Most development is complete; the baby is mainly gaining weight.
Your partner
Frequent toilet trips return as the baby presses lower.
What to do
Plan the journey to hospital — timing, transport, back-up.
Practical week-35 checklist for fathers
- Pack the hospital bag and put it by the door.
- Install the car seat. Book a fitting if you can.
- Save your midwife's number and the hospital number on your phone today.
- Cook a few freezer meals so the first week home is easier.
What's actually happening at week 35
Most development is complete; the baby is mainly gaining weight. For your partner: frequent toilet trips return as the baby presses lower.
A note for the father at week 35
Plan the journey to hospital — timing, transport, back-up. Pregnancy is hard work — your steadiness is the most valuable thing you can offer this week.
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