Station refers to the descent of the baby in relation to bony landmarks in your pelvis, which can be felt by the examiner. By thirty-seven weeks, estrogen levels increase and progesterone levels decrease. The common discomforts you have gotten used to are now a little worse. Your nasal congestion and runny nose will increase. You may notice a little more swelling in your hands and feet.
Leg cramps become more frequent.
Contractions may become stronger as your body tries to find that rhythm of a regular pattern. If you have had to take medication for preterm labor, your care provider will have you stop. The collagen that has kept your cervix tightly shut is breaking down and now softening, or ripening, your cervix. During these last few weeks, fat is building beneath the skin, and your baby will continue to get a little chubby from now until birth. Her skin is less red and more pink-tinged in color.