Week 39 β’ Third Trimester
Frequent Urination at Week 39
Need to urinate more often, day and night
π Third Trimester Overview
Returns and worsens as baby drops and presses bladder
π What Causes Frequent Urination at Week 39?
- β’Increased blood volume
- β’Kidneys filtering more efficiently
- β’hCG hormone effects
- β’Uterusεpressing bladder
- β’Baby's head on bladder
- β’Increased fluid intake
β Normal Signs
- βFrequent urge to urinate
- βSmall amounts each time
- βClear urine
- βNo pain
β Concerning Signs
- β Burning or pain when urinating
- β Bloody urine
- β Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
- β Fever with urination
- β Unable to empty bladder
π Relief Strategies
- βLean forward when urinating to empty completely
- βDo Kegel exercises
- βLimit fluids before bedtime
- βAvoid caffeine and carbonated drinks
- βDon't hold it - go when you feel urge
- βDouble void - urinate, wait, try again
- βWear panty liners if leaking
π₯ When to Call Your Doctor
Contact your healthcare provider if you experience:
- β Burning or pain when urinating
- β Blood in urine
- β Fever with urinary symptoms
- β Unable to urinate despite urge
- β Constant leaking (possible water break)
- β Urinating significantly less than normal