Pregnancy

4. contractions - Mild, irregular contractions of the uterus that occur throughout pregnancy, often referred to as "practice contractions."
5. - Time off from work granted to a woman before and after childbirth to recover and care for her newborn baby.
7. - A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through an incision made in the abdomen and uterus, typically performed when vaginal delivery is not possible or safe.
10. - Nausea and vomiting that commonly occur during early pregnancy, typically in the morning but can occur at any time of day.
11. - The fertilization of an egg by sperm, resulting in the beginning of a pregnancy.
14. - The care and nurturing of a newborn baby, including feeding, diapering, bathing, and soothing.
16. - The process of childbirth, including the onset of contractions, dilation of the cervix, and delivery of the baby.
17. - The act of feeding a baby breast milk from the mother's breast, providing essential nutrition and immune protection.
18. - The early stage of development of a fertilized egg, typically from conception to around eight weeks gestation.
20. - A diagnostic imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of the fetus and uterus during pregnancy.

1. - A doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
2. - A mood disorder that can occur after childbirth, characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion.
3. - The period of time during which a fetus develops in the uterus, typically lasting around 40 weeks in humans.
6. - A B vitamin that is important for fetal development and is commonly recommended for pregnant women to prevent birth defects.
8. - The fluid that surrounds and protects the fetus in the uterus during pregnancy.
9. - Medical care provided to pregnant women to monitor the health of the mother and fetus during pregnancy.
12. - An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy and provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus while removing waste products.
13. - One of three periods of approximately three months each that make up a full pregnancy.
15. - The later stage of development of a fertilized egg, typically from around eight weeks gestation until birth.
19. - A healthcare professional trained to provide care to pregnant women, assist with childbirth, and provide postpartum care.