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Life Stages - Pregnancy

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to abort
to abort
[Verb]

to terminate an undesired pregnancy before the fetus reaches a viable age

Ex: The couple sought counseling before making the decision to abort the pregnancy. 
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abortion
abortion
[noun]

the intentional ending of a pregnancy, often done during the early stages

Ex: The debate over abortion rights continues to be a contentious issue in many countries around the world. 
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antenatal
antenatal
[Adjective]

relating to or occurring in the period of time before birth

Ex: During her antenatal checkups, Maria's doctor monitored the baby's growth and development. 
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to expect
to expect
[Verb]

to be pregnant and awaiting the birth of a child

Ex: She just announced she's expecting in May. 
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antenatal
antenatal
[Adjective]

relating to or occurring in the period of time before birth

Ex: During her antenatal checkups, Maria's doctor monitored the baby's growth and development. 
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with child
with child
[Adjective]

pregnant, especially in the later stages

Ex: She was with child and due next month. 
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to carry
to carry
[Verb]

to have and nurture a developing fetus within one's womb until childbirth

Ex: The expectant mother joyfully carried her unborn child, radiating a maternal glow. 
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to conceive

to become pregnant

Ex: After trying for several months, the couple was thrilled to finally conceive. 
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conception

the process of a woman becoming pregnant when an egg is fertilized by sperm

Ex: She learned about conception in her health class. 
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maternity leave

a period of time when a woman can take a break from working and stay home before and after the birth of her child

Ex: She went on maternity leave a month before her baby was due. 
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miscarriage

the loss of a fetus from the uterus before it can survive outside the womb

Ex: She experienced a miscarriage early in her pregnancy. 
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to miscarry

to spontaneously lose the pregnancy before reaching viability, typically within the first 20 weeks

Ex: Unfortunately, she had to miscarry the pregnancy in its early stages. 
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morning sickness

a common pregnancy symptom characterized by nausea and vomiting, typically occurring during the first trimester

Ex: Many pregnant women experience morning sickness in the early stages of pregnancy. 
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pregnancy
pregnancy
[noun]

the condition of carrying a developing baby in the womb

Ex: She announced her pregnancy to the family. 
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pregnant
pregnant
[Adjective]

(of a woman or a female animal) carrying a baby inside one's body

Ex: The pregnant cat nested in a quiet corner of the house as she prepared to give birth to her litter of kittens. 
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prenatal
prenatal
[Adjective]

related to the period occurring or existing before birth, specifically in relation to the development and care of the fetus during pregnancy

Ex: Prenatal vitamins are recommended for expectant mothers to support fetal development 
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scan
scan
[noun]

a medical test during which data is obtained by the images produced using a sensing device that examines organs or regions of the body

Ex: The doctor ordered a scan to get a clear image of the patient's lungs. 
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shower
shower
[noun]

a social gathering where guests present gifts to a person, typically celebrating an event such as a wedding or birth

Ex: They attended a baby shower for their colleague. 
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sperm bank

a facility where sperm is collected, stored, and preserved for future use

Ex: Couples sometimes use a sperm bank to assist with conception. 
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stretch mark

a line on the skin caused by rapid stretching, often during pregnancy or growth

Ex: She noticed stretch marks on her belly after giving birth. 
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surrogacy
surrogacy
[noun]

an arrangement in which a woman carries and gives birth to a baby for someone else

Ex: They considered surrogacy to have a child. 
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surrogate
surrogate
[Adjective]

acting as a substitute for biological or legal parents in providing care or nurturing

Ex: A surrogate parent stepped in to care for the orphaned child. 
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termination

a medical procedure to end a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the womb

Ex: She sought termination early in her pregnancy. 
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trimester
trimester
[noun]

one of the three roughly three-month periods, each marking different stages of fetal development and maternal changes

Ex: The first trimester is crucial for early fetal development. 
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unborn
unborn
[Adjective]

not yet having been born or brought to life, typically referring to a developing fetus during pregnancy

Ex: The ultrasound revealed the features of the unborn baby. 
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