Fetal and Maternal Changes During Pregnancy

Question 1

First Trimester - Development of baby

Answer 1

• Baby is 2 in and weighs .2 ounce
• Heartbeat is present by 6-8 weeks but not heard until 12
• Organs are formed but immature by month 3
• Umbilical cord is well formed and has two arteries and one vein

Question 2

First Trimester - Maternal Changes

Answer 2

• Breast Tenderness one of the first signs
• Nausea and vomiting occurs in 75% of women
• Frequent urination and fatigue

Question 3

Second Trimester - Development of baby

Answer 3

• Eyelids, baby responds to light
• Fine hair called lanugo
• External genitalia distinguished
• Kicks - baby reflexes strength
• Hearing well developed by end of trimester
• Baby is 10 in and weights 1.5 pounds

Question 4

Second Trimester - Maternal Changes

Answer 4

• Weight gain of 10-12 lbs is normal
• Dark blotches may occur
• Mom often has more energy

Question 5

Third Trimester - Development of baby

Answer 5

• Weight gain more rapid
• Lung maturity and immune system
• Approximately two pints of amniotic fluid
• Major changes in brain development from 35-40 weeks
• Baby 5-6lbs by 8th month, 17 inches
• Baby gaining .5 oz/day by 9th month

Question 6

Third Trimester - Maternal Changes

Answer 6

• Hormonal changes
• Heartburn, backache, fatigue (some of the discomforts)
• Practice contractions