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Pregnancy is the carrying of one or more embryos or fetuses by female mammals, including humans, inside their bodies. In a pregnancy, there can be multiple gestations (for example, in the case of twins, or triplets). Human pregnancy is the most studied of all mammalian pregnancies.
Human pregnancy lasts approximately 9 months between the time of the last menstrual cycle and childbirth (38 weeks from fertilisation). The medical term for a pregnant woman is genetalian, just as the medical term for the potential baby is embryo (early weeks) and then fetus (until birth). A woman who is pregnant for the first time is known as a primigravida or gravida 1: a woman who has never been pregnant is known as a gravida 0; similarly, the terms para 0, para 1 and so on are used for the number of times a woman has given birth.
In many societies' medical and legal definitions, human pregnancy is somewhat arbitrarily divided into three trimester periods, as a means to simplify reference to the different stages of fetal development. The first trimester period carries the highest risk of miscarriage (natural death of embryo or fetus). During the second trimester the development of the fetus can start to be monitored and diagnosed. The third trimester marks the beginning of viability, which means the fetus might survive if an early birth occurs.
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NYC agrees RT @donmilleris: Reviewing a lecture on mentoring. It's the only way to curb teen suicide, dropout rates, unwanted pregnancy...
megashuff (Megan Shuffle) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:14:06 -0000
NYC agrees RT @donmilleris: Reviewing a lecture on mentoring. It's the only way to curb teen suicide, dropout rates, unwanted pregnancy...
Pregnancy - I think I have all of these symptoms - http://tinyurl.com/aa36jz
fighterstoday (MMA Fighters) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:13:32 -0000
Pregnancy - I think I have all of these symptoms - http://tinyurl.com/aa36jz
Creating a pregnancy workout was more difficult than Bar Method founder Burr Leonard realized. http://bit.ly/1E4fyV
barmethodmimi (Mimi Fleischman) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:12:45 -0000
Creating a pregnancy workout was more difficult than Bar Method founder Burr Leonard realized. http://bit.ly/1E4fyV
@ walmart. just saw a lady grab a pregnancy test off shelf and run into bathroom. #fb
Iceberg_Rules (Larry Profitt) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:12:25 -0000
@ walmart. just saw a lady grab a pregnancy test off shelf and run into bathroom. #fb
Pregnancy classes turn out not only to be good for moms-to-be but also for the babies. http://bit.ly/1E4fyV
barmethodmimi (Mimi Fleischman) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:11:38 -0000
Pregnancy classes turn out not only to be good for moms-to-be but also for the babies. http://bit.ly/1E4fyV
study finds folic acid late in pregnancy linked to asthma...what ? http://tinyurl.com/yz8356b
littleinkers (Airiane R-Baribeau) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:10:41 -0000
study finds folic acid late in pregnancy linked to asthma...what ? http://tinyurl.com/yz8356b
America's Pregnancy Helpline - Practical support and education about pregnancy, options, sexual health, and paternity. Includes section specifically for teens.
Meta Description: [ National organziation dedicated to providing pregnant and potentially pregnant women with pregnancy health information, education & support. ]
Girl-Mom - Stories and essays by teen parents, and a discussion forum.
Holy Family Maternity Home - Provides shelter and services for pregnant and parenting teens (ages 12-17) and their babies. Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Idaho Teen Pregnancy - Facts about teen pregnancy in Idaho and resources for guidance or advice. Includes national and local hotline numbers, and links to the Idaho Careline and five health districts.
Meta Description: [ The Idaho Governor's Council on Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention was established to reduce Idaho's rate of unintended pregnancies. ]
Inwood House - Helps young people take charge of their lives and achieve healthy adulthood and self-reliance by encouraging responsible sexual choices. Organization and program information available.
Life in the Fast Lane - Information about teen pregnancy, what it is like to be a teen mother or father, and what it costs to raise a baby for a year. Includes FAQs and links to the Idaho CareLine.
Lil' Mamas - A young mother describes her unplanned pregnancy, including an illustrated diary of the stages, and FAQ about the experience.
Meta Description: [ A Site For Pregnant Teens ]
Mom I'm Pregnant - Presenting guidance and ideas from teenagers who have decided to continue their pregnancies. Includes FAQ and a list of shelters across the USA.
Meta Description: [ Providing help, comfort, and information to pregnant teens and unwed mothers for over 20 years. ]
One Tired Mamma - A young mother uses a journal and photographs to describe her experiences of teen pregnancy and birth.
Meta Description: [ Sharing my story with other young mothers ]
StandUpGirl - Provides facts, videos and photographs to support and encourage teens with unexpected pregnancies. Also includes personal stories and testimonials. [Some features require Flash]
Meta Description: [ An outpost for the inmost girls. Crisis pregnancy testimonials and support. ]
Teen Moms - Support and help for young mothers. Site includes encouraging essays, a message board, money-saving links, an album illustrating the stages of fetal development, and links to crisis pregnancy centers.
Meta Description: [ Our site is dedicated in supporting teen and young moms. We have
services to help and support expecting moms and young mothers with children already. ]
Teen Mother Choices - Christian organization providing services and support for teen mothers in Chicagoland, Illinois suburbs. Includes hotline; location maps for similar facilities in Ohio, Michigan, and Washington; and list of available services.
The Teen Pregnancy and Parenting Place - A place for teen parents and pregnant teens to get advice, support, and to meet others in similar situations.
Yahoo! Groups: Pregnant Teen Support - A support group for teens seeking advice or information about unplanned, unexpected, or unwanted pregnancy. Membership open to girls and guys.
Meta Description: [ Pregnant_Teen_Support: Help, Support, and Information for Teens Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy ]
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