Here is some of what you might experience:

• Changes in your body
• Emotional changes
• Warning signs your caregiver may need to evaluate

Your Body
This is a general guide to the changes pregnant women often experience. You may be more tired as growing fetus and bodily changes sap energy. In the last month, nighttime sleep is often interrupted and not very restful. Midday rest periods can be very helpful. Try to sleep on your side, with pillows for support between your knees or under your belly.

You'll experience vigorous fetal movement, sometimes visible even through clothing. You might feel occasionally uncomfortable as the fetus stretches and bumps into muscles and organs.

Weight gain will vary, depending on factors such as previous weight gain, daily activity, fluid retention and calorie intake. Within normal range (20 to 40 pounds total), there is no predictable correlation between a mother's weight gain and her newborn's weight. You may have more heartburn (see The Second Trimester: Physical and Emotional Changes During Pregnancy).