Your pregnancy at 42 weeks

This is the week you will finally meet your baby, either you will go into labour naturally or you will be induced.

If you do go down the induction route then you are not alone, 1 in 5 births are induced to start labour. Mum If you choose not to have an induction, then you will be monitored by your midwife again this week to check everything is ok with baby.

Try and stay as active as possible, like bouncing on a pregnancy ball if you have one or go for a long walk. Other things to try, but not scientifically proven are sex, eating spicy food and acupuncture, but very soon you will be holding your baby in your arms, even if your labour is not as planned, the important thing is a happy and healthy baby – welcome to motherhood.

This article has been written using the latest guidance and information from trusted sources, primarily the NHS. This information should not replace the advice from professional medical advice.