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Week 27

Your baby's brain activity looks like a newborn's.

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Baby size this week

As lovely as an aubergine

Measurements are averages — every baby grows at their own pace.

Length 36.6 cm 14.4 in
Weight 875 g 1 lb 15 oz

Your baby this week

  • Brain activity resembles a full-term newborn's
  • Your baby may hiccup — you can feel the jumps
  • Sleep patterns include REM sleep, dreaming begins
  • Lungs, liver and immune system keep maturing

Your body this week

Braxton Hicks
Backache
Swelling
Restless legs
A little list for week 27

This week's to-do

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How we measure week 27

Pregnancy weeks are counted from the first day of your last menstrual period, following standard ACOG and NHS guidance. Sizes are crown-rump length in early weeks and head-to-heel from around week 20. Your care team may adjust dates after an ultrasound.

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BumpCount offers general information and does not replace advice from your doctor or midwife.