Ovulation

Egg is released from the ovary released into the fallopian tube.

Pre-term birth

Babies born before 37 weeks of gestation

Follicular phase

The first part of the menstrual cycle, when an egg develops in the ovary.

Luteal phase

The part of the menstrual cycle after ovulation, when the body prepares

Corpus luteum

A structure in the ovaries that produce hormones, especially progesterone, to help support a possible pregnancy

Spina Bifida

a neural tube defect in which the spinal column does not completely close around the spinal cord during fetal development.

Teratogen

Something in the environment of the embryo that can cause birth defects.

Hyperemesis gravidarum

– Severe persistent committing during pregnancy that results in wight loss and dehydration and that often requires hospitalization

Pre-Eclampsia

Hypertension with onset following 20 weeks of pregnancy that is characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure, excessive weight gain, generalized edema and may result in eclampsia if untreated.

Amenorrhea

Absence of menstruation

Secretory differentiation

Happens during pregnancy. The breast develops and prepares the milk producing cells. Small amounts of colostrum begin to form.

Secretory activation

Copious milk production after delivery, usually 2-4 days after birth

Galactopoesis

On-going milk production

Involution

Return to pre-pregnancy