Reproductive Anatomy
The female organ where a fetus develops.
Uterus
Union of sperm and egg.
Fertilization
Method that prevents sperm from reaching egg.
Condom
Infections spread through sexual contact.
STD's/STI's or Sexually Transmitted Diseases/Sexually Transmitted Infections
Hormone that maintains pregnancy.
Progesterone
Tube where fertilization usually occurs.
Fallopian Tube
A fertilized egg.
Zygote
Hormone method taken daily.
Birth Control Pill, or Birth Control, or Pill
Method that protects against STD's/STI's.
Condom
A missed period can be a sign of:
Pregnancy
Male reproductive cell.
Sperm
Ball of dividing cells after zygote.
Embryo
T-shaped device placed in uterus.
IUD or Intrauterine Device
Virus that weakens the immune system.
HIV
Time from conception to birth.
Gestation
Female reproductive cell.
Egg
Stage after embryo (around 9 weeks).
Fetus
Method placed under the skin that releases hormones.
Implant
STD that can cause sores.
Herpes
Substance that is harmful to fetal development.
Alcohol and/or drugs (illegal & not prescribed)
Structure that nourishes the fetus.
Placenta
Attachment of embryo to uterus.
Implantation
Only 100% effective prevention method.
Abstinence
STD that can be cured with antibiotics.
Chlamydia
Medical professional for pregnancy care.
Obstetrician or OBGYN