THE BASICS
How long is a typical full-term pregnancy?
A) 8 months plus three weeks
B) 9 months
C) 9 months plus one week
D) 11 months
C) 9 months plus one week, often spanning closer to 10 lunar months
When does a baby’s heart typically begin beating?
A) 4–6 weeks
B) 3 months
C) 5 months
D) At birth
A) Around 5–6 weeks
What common craving is associated with pregnancy?
Common: Pickles, ice cream, sour foods (To be mum, will decide)
Can babies taste flavors in the womb?
A) Yes
B) No
A) Yes
What is the average length of first-time labor?
A) 1–2 hours
B) 6–12 hours
C) 12–24 hours
D) 3 days
C) 12–24 hours (can vary!)
At how many weeks is a pregnancy considered “full term”?
A) 30 weeks
B) 34 weeks
C) 37–42 weeks
D) 45 weeks
C) 37–42 weeks
By which trimester can the baby usually hear sounds?
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) After birth
B) Second trimester
What is the dark line that can appear on the belly called?
A) Linea alba
B) Linea nigra
C) Stretch mark
D) Umbilical line
B) Linea nigra
True or False: Babies can dream in the womb.
Likely TRUE (REM sleep observed)
Who talks to the baby bump more?
A) Mom
B) Dad
C) Both
D) Grandparents
What does “water breaking” actually mean?
A) Baby kicks hard
B) Placenta breaks
C) Amniotic sac ruptures
D) Contraction starts
What hormone is detected in pregnancy tests?
A) Estrogen
B) Progesterone
C) hCG
D) Oxytocin
C) hCG
Which organ develops first?
A) Brain
B) Heart
C) Lungs
D) Liver
B) Heart
Why do some pregnant women experience heartburn?
A) Baby kicks stomach
B) Hormones relax digestive muscles
C) Too much water
D) Baby is growing hair
B) Hormones relax muscles
What percentage of babies are born on their exact due date?
A) 50%
B) 20%
C) 5%
D) 1%
C) 5%
What is an epidural used for?
A) Speed up labor
B) Reduce pain
C) Deliver baby faster
D) Help baby breathe
B) Reduce pain
Which trimester is usually associated with the most nausea?
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) First and second
A) First trimester
Around how many bones does a newborn have?
A) 206
B) 250
C) 300
D) 150
C) Around 300 (they fuse later)
What is gestational diabetes?
A) Permanent diabetes
B) Diabetes that develops during pregnancy
C) Low sugar condition
D) Baby’s sugar condition
B) Diabetes that develops during pregnancy
Which sense develops first in the womb?
A) Sight
B) Taste
C) Touch
D) Hearing
C) Touch
What position are most babies in before birth?
A) Feet down
B) Sideways
C) Head down
D) Standing
C) Head down
What is the medical term for severe morning sickness?
A) Hyperemesis gravidarum
B) Gestational reflux
C) Prenatal syndrome
D) Maternal nausea disorder
A) Hyperemesis gravidarum
What is the vernix caseosa?
A) A pregnancy hormone
B) The baby’s temporary “protective coating”
C) Placenta tissue
D) A fetal reflex
B) Protective white coating on baby’s skin
Which hormone helps trigger labor contractions?
A) Estrogen
B) Oxytocin
C) hCG
D) Prolactin
B) Oxytocin
What is the placenta’s main job?
A) Protect from noise
B) Deliver nutrients & oxygen
C) Produce milk
D) Control baby’s movement
B) Deliver nutrients & oxygen
What is a “breech” baby?
A) Baby with high heart rate
B) Baby positioned feet or bottom first
C) Baby born early
D) Baby born after due date
B) Baby positioned feet or bottom first