Pregnancy is one of the happiest periods of life for women, during which the development of the baby takes place. On average, the development of a baby in the womb takes 38-40 weeks. During this time, the vital organs of the fetus are formed, and the foundations for its future existence in the external world are laid. In order to better understand her body, it will be useful for the expectant mother to learn about what changes are taking place with her child and how the baby develops in the womb.
Instructions
Step 1
The beginning of life and the first stage of a child is the fusion of a sperm and an egg. After some time, the embryo, descending into the uterine cavity, attaches to its wall and becomes one with the mother.
Step 2
In the first weeks of the baby's development, his internal organs and systems begin to form in the womb. Starting from 2 months, cardiac activity, the nervous system develop, eyes, mouth, ears, nose are determined. The child's muscles and spine also begin to form.
Step 3
At 12 weeks, the development of the baby in the womb is characterized by various changes in the vestibular apparatus. The embryo begins to move, reacts to light, sounds, can suck a finger, close his face with his palm. At 16 weeks, the placenta begins to function, connecting the child with the mother's body.
Step 4
At about 20 weeks of intrauterine development, the baby moves, and the mother can feel his movement. At this time, the structure of its systems and organs is being improved. At 4-5 months, doctors can determine the sex of the child.
Step 5
In the 2nd half of pregnancy, the development of the baby in the womb is gaining momentum. The child begins to grow in length, gain weight. He responds to his mother's voice. The baby's skin thickens and takes on the appearance of a newborn's skin.
Step 6
At 32 weeks of development, the baby's immune system develops in the womb. He receives cells from his mother - immunoglobulins, which will protect him from diseases after birth. From the 9th month of pregnancy, the baby begins to significantly gain weight. The uterus becomes cramped for him, and the movements of the child are more noticeable.
Step 7
From the 37th week of pregnancy until the very birth, the baby is already formed and gaining weight in the womb. This can take several weeks. Childbirth is considered timely if it took place at 38-40 weeks of gestation. A healthy baby is born, weighing about 3 kg and growing more than 50 cm.
