A baby goes through many changes during the nine months in the womb. 

Here is a brief look at some of the landmark developments Obstetricians count weeks of pregnancy from the first day of a woman's last period because there is often no way to determine exactly when conception occurred.

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At fertilization, also called conception, the sperm joins with ovum (egg) to form a single cell that contains the complex genetic blueprint for every detail of human development.
At this point the child's sex, hair and eye color, height, and skin tone are already determined. The unborn child at this stage is called a zygote until it reaches the uterus 3-4 days later, at which point it is called an embryo. On the seventh day after fertilization, the embryofinds a suitable place to
rest and implants into the uterus. 


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The embryo is very tiny at this stage, and cannot be seen easily on an ultrasound by the untrained eye. However, the heart can be seen beating by ultrasound, and in fact has been beating since week 3. The beginning of the spinal cord, muscles, and nerves develop. Arms, legs, eyes and ears start to form. The amniotic sac and placenta are in place and providing nourishment to the embryo. 

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The embryo is about a fifth of an inch in length. This is a critical period of growth for the embryo. Head, mouth, intestines, and liver begin to take shape. The eyes begin to form and the extremities can be seen in much more detail, including all ten fingers. The embryo is now moving and responds to touch.
 
Our center has trained option consultants available to help you in every way.  They will listen compassionately and help you plan your future.  The center has connections with many community resources to provide for you and your baby.  Perhaps Adoption is the right choice for you or perhaps you will be looking for support as you plan to raise your child.  Here is some information about Parenting.  We are here to help you!