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Fallopian tubes |
narrow ducts leading from the ovaries to the uterus |
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Placenta |
organ produced during pregnancy from maternal and embryonic tissues. - secretes hormones, transfers oxygen and nutrients from maternal to fetal blood, and removes wastes |
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Gestation |
the time between conception and birth, approximately 40 weeks in humans |
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Preterm or premature |
an infant born before 37 weeks |
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very low birth weight |
a birth weight of less than 3.3 lbs |
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small for gestational age |
a birth weight of less than 5.5 lbs |
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Discomforts of Pregnancy |
physiological changes can cause uncomfortable side effects: Edema, Morning sickness, Heartburn, Constipation and hemorrhoids |
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Energy and Nutrient needs during pregnancy according to the food guide |
additional grains, vegetables, fruits provide energy, protein, folate, vitamin C and fibre, extra serving of milk, additional lean meat provides energy, proteins B6 and B12, Iron and Zinc |
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LACTATION |
Involves the synthesis of milk components including protein, lactose, and lipids, and the movement of the milk through the milk ducts to the nipple |
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Colostrum |
is immature milk, secreted during the first days after delivery. Colostrum is rich in protein and immune factors |
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Let-down |
the release of milk from the glands though the ducts is referred to as let-down which is triggered by the hormone oxytocin |
