What may be changing
Your body
Sleep, pressure, contractions, or discharge changes may prompt questions.
Week35
Third trimester
Review the communication plan
This field guide uses review the communication plan to connect body changes, development, the care conversation, and practical preparation.
A cautious view
Development
The pregnancy is approaching the period when labor conversations become more frequent.
Appointment lens
Care this week
Ask for clear instructions about contractions, fluid leakage, bleeding, and movement changes.
Prepare next
Useful actions
- Put essential numbers in both the pregnant person’s and support person’s phones.
- Pack essential items without treating the bag as a perfection project.
- Write a one-page preference summary.
- Confirm care for pets, children, work, and transportation.
Ask your care team
Questions to bring
- Exactly when do you want me to call?
- How should I contact the birth unit or on-call clinician?
- What happens if labor begins early?
- Which preferences should be documented now?
Share the work
For a support person
- Know where key documents and supplies are.
- Discuss how to advocate calmly if plans change.
Sources and review