Expectant Parent NewsletterGrand Canyon University PSY-650 Human Development Expecting Parents Newsletter: Healthy Prenatal Development and Newborn Care GuideCongratulations on your pregnancy! This is an exciting time as you prepare for your babys arrival. Understanding prenatal development and maintaining a healthy pregnancy are key to ensuring both your health and your baby's. Heres a helpful guide to support you through this journey.Key Periods of Prenatal DevelopmentPrenatal growth occurs in three phases with sensitive periods for development:- Germinal Stage (Weeks 1-2): The fertilized egg embeds in the uterus, and the placenta begins to form.- Stage (Weeks 3-8): Major organs like the heart and brain develop; this phase is crucial, as interference can cause serious birth defects.- Fetal Stage (Weeks 9-40): Continued development of organs and systems in preparation for birth.Teratoge
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