Tag: fetal development
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Loud Noises During Pregnancy: Which Sounds Are Safe for Your Baby?
At home insemination Pregnant and planning to enjoy a concert? You’re likely wondering if loud music might affect your baby’s hearing. Here’s what you need to know about exposure to sound during pregnancy. As you approach your third trimester, you might be tempted to indulge in a night out with friends. While the thought of…
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Should I Play Music for My Baby in the Womb?
At home insemination Many parents ponder over whether playing music or reading to their unborn child will enhance their intelligence. While the instinct to provide the best for your future child is completely natural, it’s essential to maintain some perspective and consider your motivations before hitting play on that classical playlist. Fetal hearing begins to…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival is November 30
Pregnancy Insights At home insemination At 21 weeks, your baby is roughly the size of a large banana. Fun fact: they are starting to develop their sense of taste inside the womb! You may also notice some stretch marks appearing on your skin as your body changes. Know Your Baby Your baby’s birthstone will be…
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38 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
At home insemination Hey there! Can you believe it? You’re at 38 weeks, which means you’re in the final stretch of your pregnancy journey. Your little one is about the size of a mini watermelon now, measuring around 19 to 20 inches and weighing about 7 pounds. Time flies, right? As you enter the ninth…
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Do Babies Poop in the Womb? Understanding Fetal Digestion
At home insemination So, do babies actually poop while they’re still in the womb? Let’s dive into how the fetal digestive system works, including when they start absorbing nutrients and what happens to waste. Nutrient Absorption Begins Early Believe it or not, babies start absorbing nutrients from their mothers around three to five days post-conception.…
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Ultrasound During Pregnancy
At home insemination Hey there, soon-to-be parents! Get ready for an exciting milestone — your first ultrasound! What is an ultrasound? An ultrasound is a diagnostic imaging technique that utilizes sound waves to create images of the structures within your body, including your little one. This is typically done using a transducer or wand that…
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19 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
At home insemination Welcome to week 19 of your pregnancy journey! At this stage, your baby is about the size of a mango, measuring around 6 inches and weighing in at approximately 8 ounces. As you reach month five, prepare for some thrilling milestones, including the possibility of feeling those first baby kicks and the…
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10 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
At home insemination Congratulations, you’re now in the third month of your pregnancy! At 10 weeks along, your little one has transitioned from an embryo to a fetus, and they’re growing rapidly. While you might just be beginning to show a baby bump, it’s perfectly normal if you haven’t noticed any changes yet. You may…