pregnancy project

1. pregnancy project By: Chris Flannery All about pregnancy

2. Pregnancy project Conception The stages of labor Trimesters 12 3 Types of birth Parental care Additional information

3. conception Conception- is is when the sperm cell meets the egg cell forming a cell called a zygote The egg releases enzymes that allow the sperm to enter, also it releases a chemical that kills any remaining sperm back

4. Types of births Cesarean section birth is a surgical procedure in which one or more incisions are made through a mother's abdomen and uterus to deliver one or more babies, or, rarely, to remove a dead fetus Breach birth is a birth where the baby comes out feet first instead of head first, this could cause birth defects because, the umbilical cord can rap around the neck and cause brain damage. Vaginal birth is a normal birth though the vaginal cavity Water birth is a method of giving birth, which involves immersion in warm water. They believe that this method is safe and provides many benefits for both mother and infant, including pain relief and a less traumatic birth experience for the baby. Although it might be harmful and unnecessary. Still birth is a birth where the fetus dies inside the mother, they still have contractions and the baby is still delivered Premature birth is a birth where the fetus is born at least a month early, at that time the organs aren't fully developed. back

5. Parental care Some problem that can occur during birth are: Miscarriage which is a natural termination of the pregnancy during the first trimester Two doctors that are needed during a pregnancy are a gynecologist who specializes in the female reproductive system, and a obstetrician who specializes in and dealing with the care of all women's reproductive tracts and their children during pregnancy. The importance of parental care is to make sure the child stays healthy. back

6. Stages of labor The epidural is a injection given to women during labor. It is used to temporarily paralyze the lower section of her body to reduce pain, It has to be given a few hours before birth to reduce the risk of birth defects. It is injected between the two vertebra in their lower back. The Lamaze is a technique developed by dr. Lamaze in the 1940’s which helps the person that is going through birth, it helps them relax and breath easier. The Braxton hicks is contractions that occur before the real contractions occur, this prepares the body for labor and the real contractions. Episiotomy is a surgically planned incision on the vaginal wall during second stage of labor back

7. Additional information • Placenta is an organ that attaches to the egg to the inner wall of the uterus. • Amniotic sac is a thin membrane that is filled with fluid in which the baby develops • Umbilical cord is a cord that provides the child with food water and oxygen while it is still in the uterus. • Ultra sound is a technology used to see through and into the body. back

8. First trimester • The first trimester (1-3 months) • during this period the baby is between 1-2 ounces and is about 2 inches long, this is the period in which the organs start to form, and the fetus starts to move. back

9. Second trimester • The second trimester (3-6) months • in this period the fetus develops skin, nails, and hair. It starts to respond to movement pressure, and the fetus weighs between 1 and 2 pounds. Also it forms a hair and an oil over the skin protecting it from water logging. back

10. Third trimester • The third trimester (7-9) months • During this period the baby’s eyes open, the legs and arms move often preparing for movement. Also the organs are fully developed and it weighs between 6-9 pounds and is 19-21 inches long back