36 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Size, Development & Symptoms
| Baby's size | About the size of a papaya |
| Length | about 47 cm |
| Weight | about 2.6 kg |
| Trimester | Third trimester, month 9 |
Your baby this week
The baby is shedding the downy hair (lanugo) that covered their body.
Your body this week
The baby may “drop” lower into your pelvis, making breathing easier.
Tip of the week
Have your hospital bag ready by now.
If your baby arrives now, they are born early (preterm) and may need some time in a special newborn care unit. Know the signs of preterm labour.
Quick answers
How big is my baby at 36 weeks?
About the size of a papaya: around 47 cm long and around 2.6 kg.
How many months is 36 weeks pregnant?
36 weeks is in month 9 of pregnancy, in the third trimester.