Development Through Pregnancy

• First Trimester- Month 1 thru 3

• Second Trimester- Month 4 thru 6

• Third Trimester- Month 7 thru 9

First Trimester

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Month 1Baby

Embryonic Development

Embryo - cluster of developing cells following implantation.

Placenta - blood-rich tissue sac holding the embryo

Umbillical Cord – tube for nutrients to pass from mommy to baby

MommyCessation of menstrual cycle

Month 2Baby

Bones and Muscles form, brain develops

Digestive organs

Face, eyes, ears, limbs

Heart beating for a month

Baby known as fetus

MommyBreasts swell

“morning sickness,” fatigue

Frequent urination

Month 3Baby

Liver, kidneys

Sex organs

Eyes lids, nostrils, mouth, lips, teeth buds

Major body systems working

MommyFull, firm, achy breasts

2-4 lbs total weight gain

Abdomen enlargement

Uterus = size of orange

Second Trimester

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Month 4Baby

Gender is noticed

Facial features clearer

Hands & feet well-

formed

Brisk movement

Mommy Increased appetite

More emotional

Discomforts gone

Month 5

Baby8-10 in. long

Lanugo forms (wax-like coat to protect skin)

Heart beats hard

Fingernails and toenails formed

Month 5

Mommy

Pregnancy is obvious

Fetal Heart heard via stethoscope

10-12 lbs total weight gain

Month 6Baby

Eyelids open

Taste buds on tongue

Weighs 1.5 - 2 lbs

8 – 10 in. long

Breathing begins

Month 6Mommy

Baby’s movements are strong

10 – 12 lbs. total weight gain

Third Trimester

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Month 7

BabyCries weekly, sucks thumb

Eye lids separate

Baby active, then rests

MommyPosture affected by ↑ weight and size

Month 8

BabyLanugo shed, vernix present

2 – 3 lb weight gain

Settles into head-down position

Startled movement

14 – 16 in. long

MommyBack aches, leg cramps, shortness of breath

18 – 20 lbs total weight gain

Fetal kicks felt

Month 9

BabyFull growth

rate ↑

Slowed movement due to cramped space

Descends into pelvis, prepares for birth

MommyEasier to breath due to fetus dropping into pelvis

Uterus size = small watermelon

Braxton-Hicks contractions

Total wt. gain = 24-30 lbs

~Overview of Development~

Complications & Risks

• Miscarriage: spontaneous abortion

• Stillbirth: birth of a death fetus

– alcohol use (FAS), drug use, disease-causing organisms such as herpes, HIV/AIDS, food additives, toxins, aspirin and some antibiotics

Caring for Yourself!

Regular doctor visits Prenatal vitamins (folic acid) Avoid alcohol and drug use

Ample and quality rest Exercise sensibly

Drink plenty of water Eating for two now!

Recommended classes (childbirth, Lamaze, sibling)

Lack of Prenatal Care

Low birth weight

Shorter gestational period

Unrecognized deformities, diseases and conditions

Emotions

• Fear

• Depression

• Apprehension

• Anxiety

Birth of Your Baby!!

-Stages of Delivery-

• Stage 1: Dilation – must be at 10 cm for delivery– “Water Breaking” first sign on labor

Stage 2

• Passage through birth canal (delivery)

Stage 3

• Afterbirth– Contractions continue for up to 15 minutes to

delivery the placenta, known as the afterbirth.

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The Apgar Test

A – Activity

P – Pulse

G – Grimace (facial expression, reflexes)

A – Appearance (color)

R – Respiration

• performed right at delivery and minutes after

Resources for Expectant Mothers

• Community resources include hospitals, walk-in clinics, doctors offices

• Government resources include county health departments.

• Others: March of Dimes, Planned Parenthood