Hooray! You are 38 weeks pregnant and your pregnancy journey is almost over. After this week, your baby can be born safely. Rest up - you’re almost there!

It is not uncommon, though, for some pregnant moms to go on labor at this week. But, if your baby still doesn’t want to see the world just yet, that’s fine - your baby can stay for another two weeks.

For now, you will feel that your breasts are becoming more tender again. Moreover, it is normal to see colostrum, the yellowish substance containing so many nutrients and antibodies, leaking at this point. This is the first stage of breast milk, and also the most nutritious.

An increase in vaginal discharge is also common. A pinkish or brownish color is a sign that your cervix is starting to soften in preparation for birth, in the same way that your breasts are preparing themselves for breastfeeding.