1# When the mother is four weeks pregnant, the embryo has implanted itself into the uterine lining, to secure a "home" for the next nine months. This is the beginning of the embryonic period, when the new child is the most vulnerable (the organs commence development)
He/she is about 0.5 millimeters long, and the placenta is beginning formation to bring the child oxygen and nourishment. Also developing are the amniotic cavity for space, and amniotic fluid which will cushion the child during growth.
Here are the vital body parts that begin maturing:
*eyes and ears
*the brain and spinal cord
*the heart and liver
*the stomach and intestines
*bone tissue
2# The mother will experience early pregnancy symptoms such as violent mood swings, cramping, headaches, dizziness, nausea, hormone surges, high body temperature, pressure on the lower abdomen, and implantation bleeding.
The Father will experience "sympathy pains"; many similar symptoms as the mother such as weight gain, abdominal discomfort, nausea, high body temperatures and hormonal changes.
Emotions that are most often felt during pregnancy are anxiety, worry, uncertainty, wonder, and acute unmitigated affection for the unborn child.
3# Some things that the Mother and Father should consider doing after they have discovered she's pregnant:
~ take childbirth classes / CPR classes
~ childproof the house (sharp countertops, swinging doors, slippery stairs)
~ make sure all pets are vaccinated
~ stop drinking alcoholic substances
~ stop abusing drugs
~ quit smoking
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