Pregnancy and Childbirth Terms

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Ovulation

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When an egg is released from the ovary each month.

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Fallopian Tube

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Narrow tube that carries the egg from the ovary to the uterus.

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Uterus

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Organ where a baby grows during pregnancy.

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Fertilization

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When a sperm cell successfully joins with an egg cell.

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Implantation

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When the fertilized egg attaches to the wall of the uterus.

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Placenta

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Organ that provides food, oxygen, and hormones to the baby and removes waste.

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Amniotic Fluid

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The protective liquid that cushions the baby inside the amniotic sac.

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Amniocentesis

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A test where a small amount of amniotic fluid is taken to check the baby’s health.

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Umbilical Cord

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The cord that carries food and oxygen from the placenta to the baby.

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Fetus

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The term for the baby starting at 9 weeks after conception until birth.