terminology Flashcards
conception
the action of conceiving a child
implantation
the stage of human reproduction at which the embryo adheres to the wall of the uterus
embryo
a developing baby during the first 7 weeks after conception
fertilisation
that is when a egg and a sperm join together to make a fertilised egg
reflexes
involuntary movement
APGAR
a score used to asses the health of a new born baby by evaluating 5 vital signs
pre-conceptual care
it aims to increase the chances of having a health baby
obesity
fat or overweight
vernix
a greasy white substance that covers a unborn baby’s skin and maybe present at birth
lanugo
a fine layer of hair that may cover the skin of a baby’s that is premature
fontanelle
a soft sport on the top of a baby’s head
antenatal
care of a woman during pregnancy
postnatal
the first 6-8 weeks after birth
intolerance
an inability to eat a substance without adverse effects
folic acid
one of the b vitamins particularly important in babies and mum health
