Third trimester
Week 40 of pregnancy — a father's guide
The baby is the size of a watermelon.
Your baby
Your due date. Babies arrive in their own time — a little early or late is normal.
Your partner
She may feel anxious or excited. Steady presence is everything.
What to do
Be present, be ready, and trust the team around you.
Practical week-40 checklist for fathers
- Pack the hospital bag and put it by the door.
- Install the car seat. Book a fitting if you can.
- Open BabaPilot's Labour Day mode. Familiarise yourself with the contraction timer before you need it.
- Cook a few freezer meals so the first week home is easier.
What's actually happening at week 40
Your due date. Babies arrive in their own time — a little early or late is normal. For your partner: she may feel anxious or excited. steady presence is everything.
A note for the father at week 40
Be present, be ready, and trust the team around you. Pregnancy is hard work — your steadiness is the most valuable thing you can offer this week.
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