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Is shortness of breath in the 36th week of pregnancy normal?

By Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 12/26/2022

The sensation of fatigue, shortness of breath and, in general, a certain difficulty in breathing is common in late pregnancy, due to the size of the pregnant woman's belly.

However, in the 36th week of gestation it is possible for the baby's head to fit into the mother's pelvis. If this happens, the belly will drop and the woman may feel an improvement in her breathing.

 Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics.
License: 3435-CV
Embryologist. Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics. License: 3435-CV.