Pre-Pregnancy Health
What are the benefits of Folic Acid?
Folic Acid reduces risks of some birth Defects (neural tube).
Which stage of fetal development is this?
Major body systems have developped and at ~week 9, the embryo is called _____________.
Fetus Development (Stage 5)
A pregnancyis divided into three stages called
Trimesters
TRUE or FALSE: There are things you can do before and during pregnancy to help reduce your risk of having a baby with a birth defect.
TRUE, but some are not predictable or preventable.
Roughly 1 in how many babies born in Canada are diagnosed with 1 or more congenital anomalies every year.
1 in 25 (4%)
Name 3 things men should avoid BEFORE conception:
Alcohol, Substances, Cycling
Which stage of fetal development is this?
The zygote divides into more cells. Then, attach to the lining of the Uterus.
Implantation
During this period, the baby’s bodystructure and organs develop. The body will also undergo major changes, and you mayfeel nausea, fatigue, tenderness and frequent urination.
What are Birth Defects? (100 pts per criteria)
1)
2)
Birth defects are anomalies that are present at birth.
They may affect how the body looks, works or both.
Name 3 things WOMEN should avoid before/during pregnancy.
- Albacore Tuna (Certain fish)
- Cannabis, Alcohol
- Soft cheeses
Which stage of fetal development is this?
The sperm cell must penetrate the egg to reach the chromosomes.
Male and female cells merge and create the first new human cell .
Fertilization (Stage 2)
Known as the "honeymoon period", many women find themselves having increased energy and sleeping better.
Trimester 2
When are Birth defects diagnosed?
Birth defects may be diagnosed in a baby during pregnancy or after birth.
Fetal development only requires about _______ calories per day. Babies thrive on snacking!
350 calories
Which stage of fetal development is this?
An egg is released from the ovary and travels into the Fallopian tube .
Ovulation (Stage 1)
Name ONE community support that exists for pregnant families (or young ones) in Windsor-Essex. (200)
THEN, list what kind of support(s) they offer.
WECHU (Pre-natal classes, fundamentals)
Melo Centre (Decision-making, health, next steps)
Parent Link (Pre-natal classes, different classes, group support for all types of situations).
List THREE ways many common birth defects can be prevented:
Eat well during pregnancy (no “dieting”)
Avoid marrying close relatives
Consider not having children after age 35 or 40 (risk increases)
Avoid all medicines during pregnancy
Avoid contact with pesticides and other poisons
Avoid tobacco and alcohol (even 2nd hand)
While pregnant, stay away from children with measles
Get enough Folic Acid (Dark Green Veggies)