Prenatal Testing
Which test is a 2 step process?
Glucose Test
What does congenital mean?
Something you are born with
Can pregnant women consume caffeine? If so, much much is safe?
Yes, 200 mg
Morning sickness is at its strongest
1st Trimester
Fetus
Unborn baby
What does the glucose test screen for?
Gestational Diabetes
True or False
Birth defects are only external
False
What are the BIG THREE that a pregnant woman should focus consuming each day?
Carbs, healthy fats, protein
1st prenatal appointment
1st Trimester
Vernix
coating on baby's skin to protect it while in the amniotic sac
What kind of test is the quad screen?
blood test
Teratogens can cause birth defects. What are some examples of teratogens?
Folate vs Folic Acid
Folate = food form - does not absorb into the body as well
Folic Acid = synthetic form = pills/vitamins - absorbs into the body better and is a better option to prevent neural tube defects
Going to the doctors weekly
3rd Trimester
HCG
Hormone that confirms pregnancy
What kind of test is the anatomy scan?
ultrasound
What organs will eventually form from the neural tube?
Brain and Spinal Cord
Name one food that a pregnant women should avoid/be cautious of.
sushi, deli meat, fish high in mercury, soft cheese, raw eggs, precut fruit, unwashed produce
Age of viability
2nd Trimester
Lanugo
Hair on the baby while inside the womb
Who is more likely to develop gestational diabetes?
family history of diabetes, overweight, older than 25, high blood pressure, PCOS, had a baby over 9 lbs before
When do most birth defects occur?
Embryo
weeks 2-9
What is pica during pregnancy?
A pregnant woman has cravings for things that are inedible.
Baby starts kicking
2nd Trimester
Obstetrician
Doctor who delivers the baby