SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 30
Stages of Fetal
   Growth and
  Development
Hannilore Villamor, RN
The growth and development of the fetus
  is typically divided into three stages

• Preembryonic Stage: Fertilization to 2 to
  3 Weeks

• Embryonic Stage: 4 to 8 Weeks' Gestation

• Fetal Stage: 9 Weeks to Birth
LUNAR MONTH
• Fertilization to 2 weeks of embryonic
  growth

• Implantation is complete

• Primary chorionic villi forming

• Embryo develops into two cell layers
  (trophoblast and blastocyst)

• Amniotic cavity appears
LUNAR MONTH
• 3 to 6 weeks of embryonic growth

• At the end of 6 weeks of growth, the
  embryo is approximately ½ inch (1.3 cm)
  long

• Arm and leg buds are visible; arm buds
  are more developed with finger ridges
  beginning to appear

• Rudiments of the eyes, ears, and nose
  appear
• Lung buds are developing

• Primitive intestinal tract is developing

• Primitive cardiovascular system is
  functioning

• Neural tube, which forms the brain and
  spinal cord, closes by the fourth week
LUNAR MONTH
• 7 to 10 weeks of growth
• The middle of this period (9 weeks) marks
  the end of the embryonic period and the
  beginning of the fetal period
• At the end of 10 weeks of growth, the fetus
  is approximately 2½ inches (6.3 cm) from
  crown to rump and weighs ½ oz (14 g)
• Appearance of external genitalia

• By the middle of this month, all major organ
  systems have formed
• The membrane over the anus has broken
  down

• The heart has formed four chambers (by
  seventh week)

• The fetus assumes a human appearance

• Bone ossification begins

• Rudimentary kidney begins to secrete
  urine
LUNAR MONTH
• 11- to 14-week-old fetus
• At the end of 14 weeks of growth, the fetus
  is approximately 4¾ inches (12 cm) crown-
  rump length and 3¾ oz (110 g)
• Head erect; lower extremities well
  developed
• Hard palate and nasal septum have fused
• External genitalia of male and female can
  now be differentiated
• Eyelids are sealed
LUNAR MONTH
• 15- to 18-week-old fetus

• At the end of 18 weeks of growth, the
  fetus is approximately 6¼ inches (16 cm)
  crown-rump length and 11¼ oz (320 g)

• Ossification of fetal skeleton can be seen
  on X-ray
• Ears stand out from head

• Meconium is present in the intestinal
  tract

• Fetus makes sucking motions and
  swallows amniotic fluid

• Fetal movements may be felt by the
  mother (end of month)
LUNAR MONTH
• 19- to 22-week-old fetus

• At the end of 22 weeks of growth, the
  fetus is approximately 8¼ inches (21 cm)
  crown-rump length and 1 lb 6¼ oz (630 g)

• Vernix caseosa covers the skin
• Head and body (lanugo) hair visible
• Skin is wrinkled and red

• Brown fat, an important site of heat
  production, is present in neck and sternal
  area

• Nipples are apparent on the breasts
LUNAR MONTH
• 23- to 26-week-old fetus

• At the end of 26 weeks of growth, the
  fetus is approximately 10 inches (25 cm)
  crown-rump length and 2 lb 3¼ oz (1,000
  g)

• Fingernails present

• Lean body
• Eyes partially open; eyelashes present

• Bronchioles are present; primitive alveoli
  are forming

• Skin begins to thicken on hands and feet

• Startle reflex present; grasp reflex is
  strong
LUNAR MONTH
• 27- to 30-week-old fetus

• At the end of 30 weeks of growth, the
  fetus is approximately 11 inches (28 cm)
  crown-rump length and 3 lb 12 oz (1,700
  g)

• Eyes open

• Ample hair on head; lanugo begins to
  fade
• Skin slightly wrinkled

• Toenails present

• Testes in inguinal canal, begin descent to
  scrotal sac

• Surfactant coats much of the alveolar
  epithelium
LUNAR MONTH
• 31- to 34-week-old fetus

• At the end of 34 weeks of growth, the
  fetus is approximately 12½ inches (32 cm)
  crown-rump length and 5 lb 8 oz (2,500
  g)

• Fingernails reach fingertips

• Skin pink and smooth

• Testes in scrotal sac
LUNAR MONTH
• 35- to 38-week-old fetus; end of this
  month is also 40 weeks from onset of last
  menses

• End of 38 weeks of growth, fetus is
  approximately 14½ inches (37 cm) crown-
  rump length and 7 lb 8 oz (3,400 g)

• Ample subcutaneous fat
• Lanugo almost absent

• Toenails reach toe tips

• Testes in scrotum

• Vernix caseosa mainly on the back

• Breasts are firm
Stages of Fetal Growth and Development (39

More Related Content

What's hot (20)

Fetal skull
Fetal skull Fetal skull
Fetal skull
 
Physiology of menstrual cycle
Physiology of menstrual cyclePhysiology of menstrual cycle
Physiology of menstrual cycle
 
Development of placenta
Development of placentaDevelopment of placenta
Development of placenta
 
Fetal development stages
Fetal development stagesFetal development stages
Fetal development stages
 
FETAL CIRCULATION
FETAL CIRCULATIONFETAL CIRCULATION
FETAL CIRCULATION
 
Implantation
ImplantationImplantation
Implantation
 
Embryonic and fetal growth and development
Embryonic and fetal growth and developmentEmbryonic and fetal growth and development
Embryonic and fetal growth and development
 
Physiological changes during pregnancy
Physiological changes during pregnancyPhysiological changes during pregnancy
Physiological changes during pregnancy
 
Signs of pregnancy
Signs of pregnancySigns of pregnancy
Signs of pregnancy
 
Embryology
Embryology Embryology
Embryology
 
Fetal development
Fetal developmentFetal development
Fetal development
 
Fetal circulation
Fetal circulationFetal circulation
Fetal circulation
 
Placental development
Placental developmentPlacental development
Placental development
 
Lactation
LactationLactation
Lactation
 
Development of embryo
Development of embryo Development of embryo
Development of embryo
 
Sign and symptoms of pregnancy
Sign and symptoms of pregnancySign and symptoms of pregnancy
Sign and symptoms of pregnancy
 
Functions of placenta
Functions of placentaFunctions of placenta
Functions of placenta
 
Pregnancy & Different Stages
Pregnancy & Different Stages  Pregnancy & Different Stages
Pregnancy & Different Stages
 
External genitalia
External genitaliaExternal genitalia
External genitalia
 
Female pelvis ppt
Female pelvis pptFemale pelvis ppt
Female pelvis ppt
 

Viewers also liked

Fetal Development
Fetal DevelopmentFetal Development
Fetal DevelopmentMizzKikiBoo
 
How A Baby Grows In The Mothers Womb
How A Baby Grows In The Mothers WombHow A Baby Grows In The Mothers Womb
How A Baby Grows In The Mothers WombKarthik D
 
Pregnancy-Fetal development.ppt
Pregnancy-Fetal development.pptPregnancy-Fetal development.ppt
Pregnancy-Fetal development.pptShama
 
The gynaecological examination ppt
The gynaecological examination pptThe gynaecological examination ppt
The gynaecological examination pptReina Ramesh
 
Gynecology history & examination
Gynecology history & examinationGynecology history & examination
Gynecology history & examinationNawaf Aljanfawi
 
Fetal development powerpoint 2
Fetal development powerpoint 2Fetal development powerpoint 2
Fetal development powerpoint 2Jessica Walker
 
Gynecological Exam and Investigations.ppt
Gynecological Exam and Investigations.pptGynecological Exam and Investigations.ppt
Gynecological Exam and Investigations.pptShama
 
Gynaecological+examination
Gynaecological+examinationGynaecological+examination
Gynaecological+examinationPave Medicine
 
Human development
Human developmentHuman development
Human developmentRoi Xcel
 
Fetus development
Fetus developmentFetus development
Fetus developmentmalyssa15
 
Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus Development
Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus DevelopmentWeek Wise Pregnancy and Fetus Development
Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus DevelopmentVirtue Baby
 
Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)
Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)
Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)Rafi Rozan
 
The development of the fetus
The development of the fetusThe development of the fetus
The development of the fetusairihkuh
 
Lesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah Ghazala
Lesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah GhazalaLesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah Ghazala
Lesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah Ghazalavanessakiraly
 
2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)
2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)
2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)Janette Balagot
 

Viewers also liked (20)

Fetal Development
Fetal DevelopmentFetal Development
Fetal Development
 
How A Baby Grows In The Mothers Womb
How A Baby Grows In The Mothers WombHow A Baby Grows In The Mothers Womb
How A Baby Grows In The Mothers Womb
 
Pregnancy-Fetal development.ppt
Pregnancy-Fetal development.pptPregnancy-Fetal development.ppt
Pregnancy-Fetal development.ppt
 
The gynaecological examination ppt
The gynaecological examination pptThe gynaecological examination ppt
The gynaecological examination ppt
 
Gynecology history & examination
Gynecology history & examinationGynecology history & examination
Gynecology history & examination
 
Fetal development powerpoint 2
Fetal development powerpoint 2Fetal development powerpoint 2
Fetal development powerpoint 2
 
Gynecological Exam and Investigations.ppt
Gynecological Exam and Investigations.pptGynecological Exam and Investigations.ppt
Gynecological Exam and Investigations.ppt
 
Gynaecological+examination
Gynaecological+examinationGynaecological+examination
Gynaecological+examination
 
Human development
Human developmentHuman development
Human development
 
Fetus development
Fetus developmentFetus development
Fetus development
 
Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus Development
Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus DevelopmentWeek Wise Pregnancy and Fetus Development
Week Wise Pregnancy and Fetus Development
 
Fetus
FetusFetus
Fetus
 
Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)
Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)
Fetal and Placental Development (Dr.Rafi Rozan)
 
The development of the fetus
The development of the fetusThe development of the fetus
The development of the fetus
 
Embryology
EmbryologyEmbryology
Embryology
 
Genetic disorder
Genetic disorderGenetic disorder
Genetic disorder
 
Embryology
EmbryologyEmbryology
Embryology
 
Lesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah Ghazala
Lesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah GhazalaLesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah Ghazala
Lesson on Human Development & Life Stages by Vanessa Hannah Ghazala
 
2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)
2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)
2nd Lecture (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - Meaning, Concepts and Approaches)
 
Amniotic fluid
Amniotic fluidAmniotic fluid
Amniotic fluid
 

Similar to Stages of Fetal Growth and Development (39

Fetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimester
Fetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimesterFetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimester
Fetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimesterFaruk Naive
 
Embro development : Physiology of pregnancy
Embro development : Physiology of pregnancyEmbro development : Physiology of pregnancy
Embro development : Physiology of pregnancyMd. Faridul Islam
 
Unit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScN
Unit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScNUnit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScN
Unit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScNRAJAKUMARI A
 
Foetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humansFoetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humanskv meg and centre
 
Foetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humansFoetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humanskv meg and centre
 
Prenatal development and birth
Prenatal development and birthPrenatal development and birth
Prenatal development and birthRica Angeles
 
Normal foetal development and assessment of growth final
Normal foetal development and assessment of growth finalNormal foetal development and assessment of growth final
Normal foetal development and assessment of growth finalShazia Iqbal
 
Fetal development
Fetal developmentFetal development
Fetal developmentrmerilan
 
FETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptx
FETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptxFETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptx
FETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptxJosephMayanga
 
Stages of gestation
Stages of gestationStages of gestation
Stages of gestationSANDYPRINCE1
 
Fetal period.pdf
Fetal period.pdfFetal period.pdf
Fetal period.pdfObsa2
 
Prenatal Development
Prenatal DevelopmentPrenatal Development
Prenatal Developmentmaria shaji
 
7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf
7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf
7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdfApdirizaqYuzuf
 

Similar to Stages of Fetal Growth and Development (39 (20)

DHARANI.PPT.pptx
DHARANI.PPT.pptxDHARANI.PPT.pptx
DHARANI.PPT.pptx
 
Fetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimester
Fetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimesterFetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimester
Fetal/Embryonic development in 3 trimester
 
Chapter 2 genpsych
Chapter 2 genpsychChapter 2 genpsych
Chapter 2 genpsych
 
Embro development : Physiology of pregnancy
Embro development : Physiology of pregnancyEmbro development : Physiology of pregnancy
Embro development : Physiology of pregnancy
 
Unit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScN
Unit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScNUnit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScN
Unit-2 FETALDEVELOPMENT.pdf for IV year B ScN
 
Week 2
Week   2Week   2
Week 2
 
Foetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humansFoetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humans
 
Foetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humansFoetal development and growth in humans
Foetal development and growth in humans
 
Prenatal development and birth
Prenatal development and birthPrenatal development and birth
Prenatal development and birth
 
Fetal development converted
Fetal development convertedFetal development converted
Fetal development converted
 
Normal foetal development and assessment of growth final
Normal foetal development and assessment of growth finalNormal foetal development and assessment of growth final
Normal foetal development and assessment of growth final
 
Lesson6.3
Lesson6.3Lesson6.3
Lesson6.3
 
Fetal development
Fetal developmentFetal development
Fetal development
 
FETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptx
FETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptxFETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptx
FETAL DEVELOPMENT.pptx
 
Stages of gestation
Stages of gestationStages of gestation
Stages of gestation
 
Fetal development
Fetal developmentFetal development
Fetal development
 
Fetal period.pdf
Fetal period.pdfFetal period.pdf
Fetal period.pdf
 
Prenatal Development
Prenatal DevelopmentPrenatal Development
Prenatal Development
 
Fetal development
Fetal developmentFetal development
Fetal development
 
7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf
7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf
7 Fetal period_211207_154928.pdf
 

More from Reynel Dan

Central venous catheter access for hemodialysis
Central venous catheter access for hemodialysisCentral venous catheter access for hemodialysis
Central venous catheter access for hemodialysisReynel Dan
 
Arteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review Questions
Arteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review QuestionsArteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review Questions
Arteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review QuestionsReynel Dan
 
DOH at Your Service
DOH at Your ServiceDOH at Your Service
DOH at Your ServiceReynel Dan
 
Battling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del Sur
Battling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del SurBattling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del Sur
Battling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del SurReynel Dan
 
Mental Health: Stress Management in Focus
Mental Health: Stress Management in FocusMental Health: Stress Management in Focus
Mental Health: Stress Management in FocusReynel Dan
 
AV Vascular Access - Hemodialysis
AV Vascular Access - HemodialysisAV Vascular Access - Hemodialysis
AV Vascular Access - HemodialysisReynel Dan
 
Decreasing dialysis provider patient conflict
Decreasing dialysis provider patient conflictDecreasing dialysis provider patient conflict
Decreasing dialysis provider patient conflictReynel Dan
 
Continuing care of the dialysis patient
Continuing care of the dialysis patientContinuing care of the dialysis patient
Continuing care of the dialysis patientReynel Dan
 
Arteriovenous vascular access complications
Arteriovenous vascular access complicationsArteriovenous vascular access complications
Arteriovenous vascular access complicationsReynel Dan
 
Dialysis patients’ responsibilities
Dialysis patients’ responsibilitiesDialysis patients’ responsibilities
Dialysis patients’ responsibilitiesReynel Dan
 
Dialysis patients’ bill of rights
Dialysis patients’ bill of rightsDialysis patients’ bill of rights
Dialysis patients’ bill of rightsReynel Dan
 
Working with kidney disease
Working with kidney diseaseWorking with kidney disease
Working with kidney diseaseReynel Dan
 
Cardiac arrest in the dialysis unit
Cardiac arrest in the dialysis unitCardiac arrest in the dialysis unit
Cardiac arrest in the dialysis unitReynel Dan
 
Integrative teaching as mode of instructional delivery
Integrative teaching as mode of instructional deliveryIntegrative teaching as mode of instructional delivery
Integrative teaching as mode of instructional deliveryReynel Dan
 
Republic act no 9293
Republic act no 9293Republic act no 9293
Republic act no 9293Reynel Dan
 
Grading and reporting
Grading and reportingGrading and reporting
Grading and reportingReynel Dan
 
Complications of hemodialysis
Complications of hemodialysisComplications of hemodialysis
Complications of hemodialysisReynel Dan
 
Understanding renal failure
Understanding renal failureUnderstanding renal failure
Understanding renal failureReynel Dan
 
Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning
Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning
Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning Reynel Dan
 
Understanding dengue
Understanding dengueUnderstanding dengue
Understanding dengueReynel Dan
 

More from Reynel Dan (20)

Central venous catheter access for hemodialysis
Central venous catheter access for hemodialysisCentral venous catheter access for hemodialysis
Central venous catheter access for hemodialysis
 
Arteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review Questions
Arteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review QuestionsArteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review Questions
Arteriovenous access for hemodialysis Review Questions
 
DOH at Your Service
DOH at Your ServiceDOH at Your Service
DOH at Your Service
 
Battling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del Sur
Battling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del SurBattling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del Sur
Battling COVID 19 in Zamboanga del Sur
 
Mental Health: Stress Management in Focus
Mental Health: Stress Management in FocusMental Health: Stress Management in Focus
Mental Health: Stress Management in Focus
 
AV Vascular Access - Hemodialysis
AV Vascular Access - HemodialysisAV Vascular Access - Hemodialysis
AV Vascular Access - Hemodialysis
 
Decreasing dialysis provider patient conflict
Decreasing dialysis provider patient conflictDecreasing dialysis provider patient conflict
Decreasing dialysis provider patient conflict
 
Continuing care of the dialysis patient
Continuing care of the dialysis patientContinuing care of the dialysis patient
Continuing care of the dialysis patient
 
Arteriovenous vascular access complications
Arteriovenous vascular access complicationsArteriovenous vascular access complications
Arteriovenous vascular access complications
 
Dialysis patients’ responsibilities
Dialysis patients’ responsibilitiesDialysis patients’ responsibilities
Dialysis patients’ responsibilities
 
Dialysis patients’ bill of rights
Dialysis patients’ bill of rightsDialysis patients’ bill of rights
Dialysis patients’ bill of rights
 
Working with kidney disease
Working with kidney diseaseWorking with kidney disease
Working with kidney disease
 
Cardiac arrest in the dialysis unit
Cardiac arrest in the dialysis unitCardiac arrest in the dialysis unit
Cardiac arrest in the dialysis unit
 
Integrative teaching as mode of instructional delivery
Integrative teaching as mode of instructional deliveryIntegrative teaching as mode of instructional delivery
Integrative teaching as mode of instructional delivery
 
Republic act no 9293
Republic act no 9293Republic act no 9293
Republic act no 9293
 
Grading and reporting
Grading and reportingGrading and reporting
Grading and reporting
 
Complications of hemodialysis
Complications of hemodialysisComplications of hemodialysis
Complications of hemodialysis
 
Understanding renal failure
Understanding renal failureUnderstanding renal failure
Understanding renal failure
 
Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning
Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning
Kaya Nimo Magplano - Family planning
 
Understanding dengue
Understanding dengueUnderstanding dengue
Understanding dengue
 

Recently uploaded

VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...
VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...
VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...Neha Kaur
 
Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870 Meetin With Bangalore Esc...
Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870  Meetin With Bangalore Esc...Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870  Meetin With Bangalore Esc...
Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870 Meetin With Bangalore Esc...narwatsonia7
 
Russian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls Jaipur
Russian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls JaipurRussian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls Jaipur
Russian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls Jaipurparulsinha
 
Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...
Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...
Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...aartirawatdelhi
 
Call Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...
♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...
♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...astropune
 
Call Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
Call Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
Bangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual Needs
Bangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual NeedsBangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual Needs
Bangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual NeedsGfnyt
 
Call Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️ 8250192130 Independent Escort Se...
High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️  8250192130 Independent Escort Se...High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️  8250192130 Independent Escort Se...
High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️ 8250192130 Independent Escort Se...narwatsonia7
 
VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...
VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...
VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...Garima Khatri
 
Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...
Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...
Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...narwatsonia7
 
Call Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
Call Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
Russian Escorts Girls Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls Delhi
Russian Escorts Girls  Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls DelhiRussian Escorts Girls  Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls Delhi
Russian Escorts Girls Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls DelhiAlinaDevecerski
 
Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...
Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...
Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...Dipal Arora
 
(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...
(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...
(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...Taniya Sharma
 
Call Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableDipal Arora
 
Vip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls Available
Vip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls AvailableVip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls Available
Vip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls AvailableNehru place Escorts
 

Recently uploaded (20)

VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...
VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...
VIP Russian Call Girls in Varanasi Samaira 8250192130 Independent Escort Serv...
 
Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870 Meetin With Bangalore Esc...
Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870  Meetin With Bangalore Esc...Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870  Meetin With Bangalore Esc...
Bangalore Call Girls Nelamangala Number 7001035870 Meetin With Bangalore Esc...
 
Russian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls Jaipur
Russian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls JaipurRussian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls Jaipur
Russian Call Girls in Jaipur Riya WhatsApp ❤8445551418 VIP Call Girls Jaipur
 
Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...
Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...
Night 7k to 12k Navi Mumbai Call Girl Photo 👉 BOOK NOW 9833363713 👈 ♀️ night ...
 
Call Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Faridabad Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...
♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...
♛VVIP Hyderabad Call Girls Chintalkunta🖕7001035870🖕Riya Kappor Top Call Girl ...
 
Call Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bangalore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
Call Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Siliguri Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
Bangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual Needs
Bangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual NeedsBangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual Needs
Bangalore Call Girl Whatsapp Number 100% Complete Your Sexual Needs
 
Call Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Ludhiana Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️ 8250192130 Independent Escort Se...
High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️  8250192130 Independent Escort Se...High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️  8250192130 Independent Escort Se...
High Profile Call Girls Coimbatore Saanvi☎️ 8250192130 Independent Escort Se...
 
VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...
VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...
VIP Mumbai Call Girls Hiranandani Gardens Just Call 9920874524 with A/C Room ...
 
Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...
Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...
Top Rated Bangalore Call Girls Richmond Circle ⟟ 8250192130 ⟟ Call Me For Gen...
 
Call Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Coimbatore Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
Call Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Bareilly Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
Russian Escorts Girls Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls Delhi
Russian Escorts Girls  Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls DelhiRussian Escorts Girls  Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls Delhi
Russian Escorts Girls Nehru Place ZINATHI 🔝9711199012 ☪ 24/7 Call Girls Delhi
 
Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...
Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...
Best Rate (Guwahati ) Call Girls Guwahati ⟟ 8617370543 ⟟ High Class Call Girl...
 
(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...
(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...
(👑VVIP ISHAAN ) Russian Call Girls Service Navi Mumbai🖕9920874524🖕Independent...
 
Call Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service AvailableCall Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
Call Girls Nagpur Just Call 9907093804 Top Class Call Girl Service Available
 
Vip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls Available
Vip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls AvailableVip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls Available
Vip Call Girls Anna Salai Chennai 👉 8250192130 ❣️💯 Top Class Girls Available
 

Stages of Fetal Growth and Development (39

  • 1. Stages of Fetal Growth and Development Hannilore Villamor, RN
  • 2. The growth and development of the fetus is typically divided into three stages • Preembryonic Stage: Fertilization to 2 to 3 Weeks • Embryonic Stage: 4 to 8 Weeks' Gestation • Fetal Stage: 9 Weeks to Birth
  • 4. • Fertilization to 2 weeks of embryonic growth • Implantation is complete • Primary chorionic villi forming • Embryo develops into two cell layers (trophoblast and blastocyst) • Amniotic cavity appears
  • 6. • 3 to 6 weeks of embryonic growth • At the end of 6 weeks of growth, the embryo is approximately ½ inch (1.3 cm) long • Arm and leg buds are visible; arm buds are more developed with finger ridges beginning to appear • Rudiments of the eyes, ears, and nose appear
  • 7. • Lung buds are developing • Primitive intestinal tract is developing • Primitive cardiovascular system is functioning • Neural tube, which forms the brain and spinal cord, closes by the fourth week
  • 9. • 7 to 10 weeks of growth • The middle of this period (9 weeks) marks the end of the embryonic period and the beginning of the fetal period • At the end of 10 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 2½ inches (6.3 cm) from crown to rump and weighs ½ oz (14 g) • Appearance of external genitalia • By the middle of this month, all major organ systems have formed
  • 10. • The membrane over the anus has broken down • The heart has formed four chambers (by seventh week) • The fetus assumes a human appearance • Bone ossification begins • Rudimentary kidney begins to secrete urine
  • 12. • 11- to 14-week-old fetus • At the end of 14 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 4¾ inches (12 cm) crown- rump length and 3¾ oz (110 g) • Head erect; lower extremities well developed • Hard palate and nasal septum have fused • External genitalia of male and female can now be differentiated • Eyelids are sealed
  • 14. • 15- to 18-week-old fetus • At the end of 18 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 6¼ inches (16 cm) crown-rump length and 11¼ oz (320 g) • Ossification of fetal skeleton can be seen on X-ray
  • 15. • Ears stand out from head • Meconium is present in the intestinal tract • Fetus makes sucking motions and swallows amniotic fluid • Fetal movements may be felt by the mother (end of month)
  • 17. • 19- to 22-week-old fetus • At the end of 22 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 8¼ inches (21 cm) crown-rump length and 1 lb 6¼ oz (630 g) • Vernix caseosa covers the skin
  • 18. • Head and body (lanugo) hair visible • Skin is wrinkled and red • Brown fat, an important site of heat production, is present in neck and sternal area • Nipples are apparent on the breasts
  • 20. • 23- to 26-week-old fetus • At the end of 26 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 10 inches (25 cm) crown-rump length and 2 lb 3¼ oz (1,000 g) • Fingernails present • Lean body
  • 21. • Eyes partially open; eyelashes present • Bronchioles are present; primitive alveoli are forming • Skin begins to thicken on hands and feet • Startle reflex present; grasp reflex is strong
  • 23. • 27- to 30-week-old fetus • At the end of 30 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 11 inches (28 cm) crown-rump length and 3 lb 12 oz (1,700 g) • Eyes open • Ample hair on head; lanugo begins to fade
  • 24. • Skin slightly wrinkled • Toenails present • Testes in inguinal canal, begin descent to scrotal sac • Surfactant coats much of the alveolar epithelium
  • 26. • 31- to 34-week-old fetus • At the end of 34 weeks of growth, the fetus is approximately 12½ inches (32 cm) crown-rump length and 5 lb 8 oz (2,500 g) • Fingernails reach fingertips • Skin pink and smooth • Testes in scrotal sac
  • 28. • 35- to 38-week-old fetus; end of this month is also 40 weeks from onset of last menses • End of 38 weeks of growth, fetus is approximately 14½ inches (37 cm) crown- rump length and 7 lb 8 oz (3,400 g) • Ample subcutaneous fat
  • 29. • Lanugo almost absent • Toenails reach toe tips • Testes in scrotum • Vernix caseosa mainly on the back • Breasts are firm