34 Weeks Pregnant
Welcome to week 34 of pregnancy. Your baby is now about the size of a cantaloupe — roughly 45 cm from crown to rump and around 2400 grams. Below: what is developing, what you may be feeling, and the appointments that belong to this week.
Baby at 34 weeks
| Size comparison | About the size of a cantaloupe |
|---|---|
| Crown-to-rump length | ~45 cm |
| Weight | ~2400 g |
| Trimester | Trimester 3 of 3 · about 7.8 months |
What's developing
- The central nervous system and lungs are maturing for independent life.
- The fetus settles head-down in most cases; your provider tracks position.
- Fat accumulation rounds out the body in preparation for temperature regulation after birth.
You at 34 weeks
- Sleep gets harder — side-sleeping with pillows helps.
- Braxton Hicks contractions become noticeable and more frequent.
- Pelvic pressure increases as the baby descends.
This week's checklist
- Discuss your birth plan and signs of preterm labor with your provider.
- Pack or prepare a hospital bag by 36 weeks.
- Group B strep screening happens around 36–37 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
How many months is 34 weeks?
About 7.8 months — use the weeks-to-months converter for the full breakdown.
Is my due date still accurate at this stage?
If your dating came from a first-trimester scan, IVF dates, or tracked ovulation, yes. If your due date rests on a remembered period alone, the multi-anchor due date calculator can show how much other anchors would move it.