Prenatal development encompasses the germinal, embryonic, and fetal stages, each crucial for the fetus's growth and organ formation. Factors like genetics and environment can impact this development, leading to potential risks such as premature birth. A healthy prenatal environment, including proper nutrition and avoidance of teratogens, is essential for fetal well-being.
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The first stage of prenatal development, lasting approximately two weeks, during which the zygote undergoes cell division and implants into the uterine wall
The second stage of prenatal development, lasting from the third to eighth week, during which the embryo undergoes rapid growth and organogenesis
The third and final stage of prenatal development, lasting from the ninth week until birth, during which the fetus continues to grow and develop its bodily structures and organ systems
Inherited traits and genetic disorders can impact the development of the fetus during pregnancy
Exposure to teratogens, such as drugs and pollutants, can disrupt normal development and lead to developmental disorders
The health and lifestyle choices of the mother, including stress management and nutrition, can affect the development of the fetus during pregnancy
Childbirth occurring before 37 weeks of gestation, which can be caused by various factors and may require medical intervention
Birth defects or abnormalities that can occur due to genetic or environmental factors during prenatal development
Procedures such as induced labor or Cesarean delivery may be necessary to ensure the health of the mother and fetus during pregnancy
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The complex journey from conception to birth is known as ______ development, starting with the union of sperm and egg.
Prenatal
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Duration of germinal stage
Approximately first two weeks post-conception.
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Process of cleavage
Series of cell divisions zygote undergoes after conception.
