Forty Funny Facts About The Third Trimester | Pregnancy Care and Antenatal Tips

The third trimester of pregnancy is often described as the final stretch before you meet your little one. However, it can also be one of the most challenging, physically and emotionally, for expectant mothers. Despite the discomforts, it’s important to keep a sense of humour during this time. From pregnancy cravings to the peculiar ways your body changes, the third trimester is a time of transformation and wonder. To lighten the mood, here are forty funny facts about the third trimester that will keep you laughing as you wait for your baby’s arrival!

1. You Suddenly Have a 24/7 Fan Club

As your bump grows, it seems like everyone in the world is fascinated by it. From strangers asking you when you’re due, to unsolicited advice from well-meaning family members, your belly becomes the centre of attention.

2. The Bathroom Becomes Your Second Home

The third trimester comes with frequent and urgent trips to the bathroom. It’s not just your growing baby pressing on your bladder—hormones are also at play, ensuring you’re running to the loo more than ever before. (Source: NHS, Pregnancy Care)

3. Your Feet Might Grow – For Real

It’s not just your belly that expands. Many women experience an increase in shoe size during pregnancy. Some women find that their feet never quite go back to their pre-pregnancy size. Talk about a shopping spree! (Source: American Pregnancy Association)

4. You’ll Find It Hard to Get Comfortable

As your belly grows, you may find yourself searching for that perfect sleeping position, only to realise that no position feels quite right. You may end up using an array of pillows to prop yourself up, becoming the human equivalent of a beanbag.

5. The Cravings Continue (And Get Weirder)

In the third trimester, pregnancy cravings tend to get even more intense. If you thought you’d outgrown the need for pickles and ice cream, think again! Suddenly, it’s all about pineapple at 2 AM or a weird combination of chocolate and crisps. It’s all part of the fun (or the madness)! (Source: WebMD, Pregnancy Nutrition)

6. You Can’t Remember Your Own Name

Pregnancy brain is real, and in the third trimester, it’s in full force. You may walk into a room and forget why, or find yourself searching for your phone while it’s in your hand. Don’t worry, it’s all temporary!

7. Your Partner Will Start Talking to the Belly

You’ll catch your partner whispering sweet things to your bump, as if the baby inside is already listening. They’ll chat about their day or tell the baby how excited they are to meet them, despite the fact that your little one can’t respond yet.

8. Your Belly Button Might Pop Out

At some point, you’ll notice that your belly button is no longer an innie but has become an outie. It’s as if your body’s preparing for a big reveal! (Source: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)

9. The Waddle Is Real

The further along you are in your pregnancy, the more likely you are to develop a signature waddle. The extra weight, combined with your changing posture, leads to a very unique walk in the third trimester.

10. You’re Suddenly a Pro at Navigating Tight Spaces

In the third trimester, you’ll become a master of navigating tight spaces, like getting in and out of cars, bending down to pick something up, and fitting through doorways. You’ll start to strategise these movements like a seasoned pro.

11. You’ll Develop a “Pregnancy Glow”… Sometimes

While many women experience the famous “pregnancy glow,” others develop a more “pregnancy sweat.” Your body is working overtime to support your growing baby, and you might feel more sticky than glowing at times.

12. Your Hormones Are on a Rollercoaster Ride

Expect mood swings, sometimes without warning. From crying at a commercial to feeling ecstatic for no apparent reason, your hormones are keeping you on your toes, and it can be hard to predict what you’ll feel next.

13. Your Breasts Might Be Even Bigger

For some women, the third trimester brings even more breast growth. Your body is preparing for breastfeeding, but you may find yourself struggling to fit into bras that once felt perfectly fine. Time for a shopping trip!

14. You’ll Become an Expert at ‘Belly Rubbing’

You’ll be rubbing your belly like it’s second nature. Whether it’s to soothe your baby or simply because it feels nice, the belly rub becomes a comforting ritual in the third trimester.

15. You’re Living with a Bump That’s Pretty Much a Hula Hoop

At this point, your bump is a full-on basketball, and it might feel like your body has been taken over by something (or someone) that’s impossible to ignore.

16. You’ll Have More Heartburn Than You Thought Possible

Heartburn can become unbearable in the third trimester, thanks to your baby’s position and the relaxing of the muscles in your digestive system. Suddenly, you’re avoiding all your favourite spicy foods.

17. You’ll Be Visiting the Antenatal Clinic More Frequently

As your due date draws near, you’ll find yourself at the antenatal clinic more often for check-ups, antenatal scans, and assessments. You might feel like you’ve become a regular at your pregnancy clinic visits, but it’s all part of ensuring a healthy delivery.

18. Your Baby Will Likely Kick in All the Wrong Places

Your little one is running out of space in there, and the third trimester brings some particularly powerful kicks to the ribs, bladder, and stomach, which may leave you feeling like your baby is practicing karate inside your belly.

19. You’ll Have to Say Goodbye to Your Waistline

In the third trimester, you’ll likely lose your waistline, and your maternity clothes will become your best friends. Don’t worry, you’re growing a little human, and those extra inches are totally worth it!

20. Your Sense of Smell Becomes Superhuman

Suddenly, you can smell things from a mile away—both the pleasant and the unpleasant. You may find yourself having aversions to certain smells that didn’t bother you before.

21. You’ll Get a Lot of Well-Meaning Advice

Everyone seems to have something to say about pregnancy in the third trimester. From how to soothe baby’s cries to the best way to prepare for childbirth, you’ll hear it all. It’s up to you to decide what works for you!

22. You Might Start Walking Like a Penguin

The added weight and shifting body changes might give you a distinct penguin-like walk as you waddle through your third trimester with pride.

23. The “Baby Brain” Is Real

If you thought you’d be free from pregnancy brain in the final stretch, think again! Forgetting simple tasks or having trouble focusing is still very much a part of your reality during the third trimester.

24. You’ll Get to Know Your Antenatal Yoga Poses Very Well

For many expecting parents, antenatal yoga becomes a favourite activity to prepare for the birth. It’s a great way to stretch, relax, and reduce stress during pregnancy. Plus, your instructor will become your new best friend!

25. You’ll Start Counting the Days

As your due date approaches, you’ll start counting the days (or even hours) until you get to meet your baby. The anticipation becomes almost unbearable, especially if you’re experiencing the third trimester discomforts.

26. You’ll Be a Pro at Packing Your Hospital Bag

By this stage, your hospital bag is probably ready to go (and if not, you’ll make sure it is soon). You’ve packed everything you could possibly need—twice—just to be safe.

27. You’ll Have the Best Postpartum Hair

Despite the third trimester’s challenges, your hair might be looking shinier and thicker than ever thanks to the pregnancy hormones. It’s one of those “perks” of pregnancy!

28. The Search for Comfortable Shoes Is a Full-Time Job

In the third trimester, finding shoes that fit your swollen feet might feel like a full-time job. Flats and sandals become your best friends.

29. You’ll Be a Nap Queen

You’ll soon realise that naps are a necessity. With your growing bump and all the changes happening in your body, a good nap will become your lifeline.

30. Your Belly Will Take On a Life of Its Own

It’s not uncommon for your bump to start moving around like it has a mind of its own. Those little jabs and kicks can feel like your belly is doing its own dance!

31. You’ll Become a Master of the “Pregnancy Waddle”

With your growing belly and shifting posture, you’ll soon find yourself rocking the signature pregnancy waddle. It’s almost like a rite of passage!

32. Your Antenatal Appointments Will Feel Like A Social Hour

As you progress through the third trimester, those antenatal check-ups and pregnancy clinic visits will become more frequent, but they’ll also offer an opportunity to catch up with your healthcare provider and fellow mums-to-be.

33. Your Baby’s Movements Will Become More Powerful

As your baby runs out of space, their movements can become stronger and more noticeable. You may even see a little foot or hand pushing against your belly from time to time!

34. You’ll Need More Rest Than Ever Before

Your body is working hard to grow and support a baby, and you’ll likely find that you need more rest than in earlier stages of pregnancy.

35. You’ll Become Obsessed with Antenatal Massage

As your back aches and muscles tighten, antenatal massage will become a necessary treat to alleviate pregnancy discomforts and promote relaxation.

36. You’ll Start Packing for Labour

Packing your bag for the big day will seem like a monumental task. You’ll want to make sure you’ve packed everything from maternity pads to snacks, just in case.

37. You’ll Start Wondering How You’re Going to Fit a Baby in There

At some

point, you’ll have the realisation that you’re about to bring a human being into the world, and you’ll wonder just how on earth they’re going to fit in there!

38. You’ll Have to Be Careful with Your Posture

The added weight of your growing baby puts extra pressure on your body, making posture important for relieving discomfort and supporting your spine during the third trimester.

39. You’ll Have Weird Dreams

As your pregnancy hormones peak, your dreams might get a little strange—everything from baby-related dreams to bizarre scenarios that leave you scratching your head in the morning.

40. You’ll Be So Ready for the Big Day

By the end of the third trimester, you’ll likely be feeling ready for your little one to arrive. Despite the discomforts, you know that the next chapter is just around the corner, and you’re more than ready to meet your baby!