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Pregnancy is a remarkable journey that spans several stages of development, each marked by unique changes and milestones. Here’s an overview of the pregnancy stages and the development <\/a>of the fetus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Pregnancy,<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

First Trimester Pregnancy (Week 1 \u2013 Week 13):<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fertilization occurs when a sperm penetrates an egg, forming a zygote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The zygote undergoes rapid cell division, forming a blastocyst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Implantation occurs around the end of the first week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the end of the third week, the blastocyst develops into an embryo, and the primitive placenta and umbilical cord begin to form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the end of the twelfth week, the embryo is considered a fetus. Organs, limbs, and facial features begin to form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second Trimester Pregnancy (Week 14 \u2013 Week 27):<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fetus experiences rapid growth and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the end of the fourth month, ultrasound often allows for the determination of the fetus\u2019s gender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movements become more pronounced, and the mother may feel them (quickening).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fetus develops hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes, and it begins producing urine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The development of senses such as taste, touch, and hearing continues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Third Trimester Pregnancy (Week 28 \u2013 Week 40+):<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fetus continues to grow and mature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lungs become more developed, and the fetus practices breathing by inhaling and exhaling amniotic fluid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fetus accumulates fat to regulate body temperature after birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the end of the ninth month, the fetus usually assumes a head-down position in preparation for birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fetal movement may decrease as space becomes limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cervix starts to soften and dilate in preparation for labor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Labor and Birth:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n