Pregnancy and Child Birth Flashcards
Name some signs of Pregnancy (in Females)
Missed menstrual period Enlarged and tender breasts Morning sickness (nausea and/or vomiting; not necessarily in the morning) Frequent urination Tiredness Slight weight gain Bloated feeling in the abdomen Moodiness Cravings Increased appetite
What is conception and how is it different than fertilization and reproduction?
Conception – moment of fertilization when sperm and egg unit
Fertilization- Process in which an egg cell (AKA ovum) unites with a sperm cell
Reproduction- Process by which a new life is begun
The embryo is called a ______ after __ weeks of pregnancy
Fetus; 8
What is the purpose of the placenta?
transfers oxygen and nutrients from mother to developing baby
What is the umbilical cord?
connects placenta to developing baby
When does the heart start beating?
Day 25
When is the brain developed?
26 Weeks
How long will a pregnancy last?
40 Weeks
Name two ways a baby can come into this world
Vaginal or Cesarian Section (AKA C-Section)
What is the breached position?
When the baby’s head is not positioned head down in women’s pelvis
What are the stages of delivery?
Dilation (opening of cervix)
Delivery (birth of baby)
Afterbirth (delivery of placenta)
How long does the first stage take?
5min to 20+ hours
What hormone is released to get contractions?
Oxytocin
What is important in preconception care?
Improves chances of having a healthy baby
Taking care of self before pregnancy (women and men)
Healthy diet
Being physically active
Avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and other drugs
What is a miscarriage?
A natural termination of a pregnancy before a baby is developed enough to survive on its own
What is ectopic pregnancy?
a pregnancy in which the fertilized egg becomes implanted outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube.
What time frame will a baby be classified as premature?
the birth of a baby before it is fully developed (born at less than 37 weeks from the time of conception).
What is a low birth weight?
5 pounds 8 oz
What is toxemia?
a life threating condition for the mother and the developing fetus - The mother’s blood pressure will increase, which causes a drop in the blood supply to the baby
Name some ways people can advocate for a healthy pregnancy?
Possible campaigns: Public service announcement Webpage mockup Social medial campaign mockup Letter to a senator or state representative
Possible topics:
Prenatal medical care
Healthy diet and exercise during pregnancy
Abstinence from drugs and alcohol during pregnancy (may select a specific drug)
Role of the father in a healthy pregnancy and birth
Where to get support in the community
What hormone is released to help the mother produce milk?
Ask potoker
What is an episiotomy?
surgical incision of the perineum and the posterior vaginal wall generally done by a midwife or obstetrician during second stage of labor to quickly enlarge the opening for the baby to pass through.
What is one important reason one might do a c-section?
Mother has an STI; baby in breached position; umbilical cord wrapped around neck
Describe the path of a fertilized egg
Fertilized egg travels down fallopian tube and implants into lining of the uterus
When will the mother feel fetus move?
4 Months
Name some birthing options
Hospital birth Birthing center Home birth Physician or midwife usually assists women during labor and delivery Natural childbirth Medication to manage pain
