27 Weeks Pregnant: Buh-Bye 2nd Trimester!

Your Baby at 27 Weeks

Feeling extra warm these days? That’s thanks to pregnancy hormones—and your growing bub, who actually has a slightly higher body temperature than you. At around 900g (about 2 pounds) and over 30cm long from head to toe, your little one is taking up more space than ever.

Those bubbly, fluttery feelings in your belly? They might be hiccups! This is how your baby practises using the diaphragm, preparing for those first breaths after birth. While hiccups have been happening for weeks, around now is often when you’ll really notice them—a sweet reminder of the little person growing inside.

Baby’s Size at 27 Weeks Pregnant

At 27 weeks, your baby is about the size of a trainer/sneaker.

27 Weeks Pregnant Is How Many Months?

You’re roughly 6¼ months pregnant—and officially in the third trimester!

27 Weeks Pregnant: What to Expect

From here, your baby begins to gain weight rapidly—about 200g a week—and you’ll likely notice your bump growing quickly too.

Skin changes

As your skin stretches, it may feel dry or itchy. Switch to soft, breathable fabrics like cotton, and keep your skin well moisturised. After a shower, pat dry and apply a rich balm such as cocoa butter or shea butter. Creams that are mostly water tend to be less effective.

Back pain

Back aches are common now, caused by pregnancy weight gain, hormones, weaker core muscles, and postural changes. While it can feel counterintuitive, gentle movement often helps. Try:

• Pelvic tilts (cat-cow in yoga) on hands and knees
• Swimming to ease pressure and improve circulation

If your back pain persists or worsens, always check in with your midwife or doctor.

Breast changes

Your body is preparing for breastfeeding. You may feel tingling or burning in your breasts, your nipples may have darkened, and you might notice a little yellow colostrum (early milk) leaking. Don’t squeeze it—too much stimulation can trigger mastitis (a breast infection).

If you have flat or inverted nipples, now’s the time to mention it to your midwife or GP. They may suggest breast shells to gently draw out the nipple and make breastfeeding easier.

27 Weeks Pregnant To-Do List

• Look into postnatal support: Whether you call them maternity nurses (UK), newborn care specialists, or postpartum doulas (Australia/UK), these helpers can be invaluable. They can support with feeding, settling, light household help, and easing you into newborn life. When interviewing, ask about experience, hours, fees, and what happens if your baby arrives early.
• Take an infant first aid/CPR class: Learning what to do in an emergency—such as choking—offers huge peace of mind. Local hospitals, the British Red Cross, and the Australian Red Cross all run excellent courses. Hands-on training is best, but there are also reputable online options.
• Research cord blood banking: Some parents choose to store their baby’s cord blood privately, while others donate to public banks, where samples are available to a wider pool of patients in need. Cord blood is already used to treat certain cancers and immune disorders, and research into future uses is ongoing.

Pregnancy Quote of the Week

"Making the decision to have a child—it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body." —Elizabeth Stone

Disclaimer: The information on our site is NOT medical advice for any specific person or condition. It is only meant as general information. If you have any medical questions and concerns about your child or yourself, please contact your health provider. Breastmilk is the best source of nutrition for babies. It is important that, in preparation for and during breastfeeding, mothers eat a healthy, balanced diet. Combined breast- and bottle-feeding in the first weeks of life may reduce the supply of a mother's breastmilk and reversing the decision not to breastfeed is difficult. If you do decide to use infant formula, you should follow instructions carefully.