J# 25 Baby Trivia1. How many weeks is a full term pregnancy?2. How much does an average baby weigh at term?3. How long does the average baby measure in inches at birth?**Does size at birth determine how large you will be as an adult?**4. How many babies are born in the United States each day?

5. In which month are the most babies born?6. On which day of the week are the most babies born?7. On which day of the week are the fewest babies born?8. Are there more baby boys or baby girls born on the average day?

9. How much does it cost to raise a child from birth to 18 years old?10. What were the top 5 names given to babies last year? Boys: Girls:11. Average age to get married: In 1950 (U.S. average):–men: women: Now (U.S. average):- men: women: In Utah now: men: women:12. What is the average number of children per family in the US?In Utah?

An egg goes down the fallopian tube after ovulation; if a sperm makes its way from the vagina through the uterus to the egg within 24 hours, conception is likely to occur.

Pregnancy and Birth

Identical twins come from one fertilized egg that has separated into two before it begins to grow.

Identical twins are: Always the same gender Have very similar genetics Rare in occurrences

It is not known why some fertilized eggs divide and other do not.

Pregnancy and Birth

Fraternal twins are created when the women releases more than one egg cell at one time.

If both egg cells are fertilized by two different sperm cells, fraternal twins will result.

Pregnancy and Birth

Fraternal twins: Do not share identical

genes. Do look identical to each

other. Can be the same gender or

different genders. Are like any other siblings

just born at the same time.

Pregnancy and Birth

Conjoined twins occur when the fertilized egg starts to divide but does not completely divide.

The result is the two identical twins share the same physical body where the fertilized egg did not completely split.

Egg surrounded by sperm. A

sperm penetrates the egg and conception occurs. It is

called a zygote until it reaches

the uterus in 3-4 days.

Signs of pregnancy??

What are they?

Signs and SymptomsPregnancy – 40 weeksA missing menstrual periodMorning sickness and

nauseaFrequent urinationCravingsBreasts enlargeFatigue and dizziness

A simple urine test from the doctor will show whether or not a woman is pregnant.

Call the doctor if any of the following occur:

Vaginal bleedingSharp abdominal pain or crampingLoss of fluid from the vaginaSevere or prolonged nausea or vomitingFrequent dizzy spellsPainful urinationHigh fever over 100 degrees F.Vaginal discharge that is irritating

Other considerations:

No medications, including over-the counter drugs, unless approved by your doctor.

No drugs or alcohol.No x-rays.No saunas and hot tubs.No vaccinations during

pregnancy.Avoid cats, cattle, sheep and

pigs. They have a parasite that causes toxoplasmosis.

1st Trimester 0-12 WeeksMonth 1- ¼ of an inch

- Heart the size of a poppy seed - Heart starts beating- Head, mouth, liver, and intestines

Month 2- 1 inch- Veins visible- Placenta fully formed- Right and left chambers in heart develop

Month 3- 2 ½-3 inches- Developed and called a fetus now- Swallowing and slight movements- Muscles and organs formed

How does Mommy feel?

Skin – Every woman’s body reacts differently to pregnancy.

Oily, dry or scalyStretch marksFacial skin may darken

EmotionsNeed a few extra breaks or time

to relax.May experience mood swings,

depression and bad dreams.

Feel slight baby movements

2nd Trimester 13-28 Weeks

Month 4 - 6 inches - Lanugo develops- Face features develop- Heartbeat is clear and consistent- Mothers feel their babies first kicks

Month 5 - 8 inches- Weight almost a pound- Skull bones develop

Month 6 - 10 inches- Eyebrows and eyelids- Baby can hear- amniotic fluid in lungs to practice breathing- Fingerprints

Journal 28 & 29

28- What is the most uncomfortable topic to talk about?

29- Write 3 test questions with a partner for male anatomy, female anatomy, and pregnancy

J #30

What is the pathway of the sperm?At least 5. Work as a group.

Month 7 - 12 inches

- 3½ pounds

- Body formed

- Fingernails developed

- Response to light

Month 8 16 inches

- 4-6 pounds (1/2 pound/week)

- Head rotating down

- Fat

Month 9 - 20 inches

- 6-9 pounds

- lungs develop

- less movement (too big)

- “Drops”

3rd Trimester 29-40 Weeks

Delivery

Early Labor Cervix Dilates12 hours- daysContractions

Active LaborCervix is 10 cm 1 hour-8 hoursBirth

C-section SizeDirectionFatigue

Discomforts that might be

experienced

HeartburnShortness of breathHeart palpitationsLeg crampsLigament painsTiredness

Danger Signals Call the doctor if any of these problems occur.

Vaginal bleedingSharp abdominal

pain/crampingLoss of fluidFrequent dizzy spellsVisual disturbancesNausea or vomiting

Sudden and excessive swelling of face, hands, and feet

HeadacheBurning, painful

urinationFeverVaginal discharge

Weight gain during pregnancy25-30 pounds

Baby – 7 ½ poundsPlacenta – 1 ½ poundsUterus – 2 poundsAmniotic fluid – 1 ½ poundExtra blood and water – 4 ½ poundsBreast tissue – 3 poundsMaternal stores of protein – 4 pounds

Baby’s Arrival

Pregnancy IssuesToxemiaEctopic PregnancyStillbornSpontaneous Abortion

Stages of DevelopmentThe 8 stages of life described by

Erickson are:1. Infancy

2. Early Childhood

3. Middle Childhood

4. Late Childhood

5. Adolescence

6. Young Adulthood

7. Middle Adulthood

8. Maturity and Old Age

1. Infancy Infancy is the

first year of life.

Physical Growth: The child’s weight triples and height increase by about 50%

Mental Growth: The child starts to recognize shapes, colors, and sounds

Emotional Growth: The child begins to trust people and needs to be loved

Social Growth: The child begins to communicate through sounds, smiles, and crying

2. Early ChildhoodEarly childhood (also known as toddlers) is between the ages of

one and three who are learning to walk and talk.

Physical Growth: Learns to walk, run, and climbMental Growth: Develops ability to complete tasks on ownEmotional Growth: Feels proud of their achievementsSocial Growth: Verbal communication improves

3. Middle ChildhoodMiddle Childhood is between the ages of

three and five years of age.

Physical Growth: Fine motor skills and coordination improve Mental Growth: Ask lots of questions Emotional Growth: Praise from parents and adults increase

self esteem Social Growth: Able to play and create games

4. Late ChildhoodLate Childhood is between the ages of six

and eleven. Physical Growth: Growth occurs at an even rate

Mental Growth: Ability to comprehend new information and skills

Emotional Growth: Pride in work increases

Social Growth: Friends become important in building social skills and self-esteem

5. AdolescenceAdolescence also known as puberty (the time when you

begin to develop certain physical traits of adults of your own gender.

Physical Growth: The second fastest period of physical growth

Mental Growth: Learn how to think, reason, and solve problems in and adult way

Emotional Growth: Learn more about who they are and define personal value

Social Growth: Form more mature relationships with people of both genders

Physical Changes During Adolescence Males

Facial hair appears

Larynx enlarges and the voice deepens

Shoulders broaden

Muscles developSperm production

Females

Breasts developHips widenUterus and ovaries

enlargeOvulation occursMenstruation beginsBody fat increases

• Both– Growth Spurt– Acne may

appear– Permanent teeth

come in– Underarm hair

appears– Perspiration

increases– Pubic hair

appears– External genitals

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6. Young AdulthoodYoung adulthood is between the ages of 19 and 30

years.Physical Growth: Physical

growth slows down and stopsMental Growth: Learn and

master skills for employmentEmotional Growth: Tries to

develop close personal relationships

Social Growth: Begin sharing their lives with another person

7. Middle AdulthoodMiddle adulthood is between the ages of 31

and 60 years.Physical Growth: Physical body peaks and

begins to declineMental Growth: Pursue advancements in careerEmotional Growth: Great desire to give back to

family and societySocial Growth: Deal in many different social

spheres – family, career, and community

8. Maturity and Old AgeMaturity and old age begin with the age of 61 and

ends with death.

Physical Growth: Physical abilities decline

Mental Growth: Pursue interests they didn’t have time for when they were busy with their children and careers

Emotional Growth: Tries to understand the meaning of life, develop integrity, and feeling satisfied with life

Social Growth: Enjoy being a member of a community and staying active with family