Take This Pregnancy Trivia Quiz And Get The Perfect Baby Name!
- by Laura Martisiute
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Most women will probably agree that pregnancy is both amazing and tedious at the same time. On the one hand, we get to carry a tiny human being inside us. In fact, this is nothing short of magical. On the other hand, pregnancy means plenty of changes, both physical and mental. Physical changes include the swelling of the belly and other body parts as well as nausea and fatigue whereas mental changes can include things such inexplicable mood swings and even depression. These are all serious changes but at the same time, they are all changes that do, with time, disappear.
What does not disappear is the tiny baby that we give birth to and whom we must now look after for pretty much the rest of our life. This is both a comforting and a troubling thought and one that changes our life for good. We can no longer be as spontaneous as before - we can't for example take off for a weekend in Paris without telling anyone or suddenly decide to settle in a foreign country - but that does not necessarily mean that we will ever lack excitement in our new chapter of life. In fact, most women can't wait to welcome a new family member into their lives but they do worry about one thing - what name is the most suitable for their newborn baby?
How much does a woman's uterus expand during pregnancy?
A woman’s belly is not the only thing that gets bigger during pregnancy – her uterus expands too so as to accommodate the growing baby. The size of the uterus generally varies from woman to woman but who knows just how big it grows during pregnancy?
What is usually the first sign of pregnancy?
While some women have no idea that they have fallen pregnant, others can feel that something is off almost immediately. There are many signs and symptoms that can alert a woman that she is pregnant, but which one of the below is generally deemed to be the very first sign of pregnancy?
Which of the below is an early sign of labor?
Every pregnancy and every labor is different but that doesn’t mean that one can’t spot signs as to when early pregnancy is about to start. Out of the three options below which one is, in your opinion, a sign of early pregnancy?
When should labor be induced?
Induced labor refers to labor that has been started by a health care provider via the use of medicine. There are many reasons as to why labor might be induced, including medical problems and delay in giving birth. How long after one’s due date has passed should labor be induced?
What does the term "lightning" refer to?
Pregnancy can be rather intense not only because of all the changes – both mental and physical – that are occurring but also because of the uncertainty as to what is going to happen next. As such, it is a good idea to do as much research as possible and to familiarize oneself with as many pregnancy related terms – such as “lightning” – as possible.
What does the term "back labor" mean?
Who knows what the term “back labor” refers to? Does it refer to a baby that is changing position in the womb, intense lower back pain, baby positioning itself into a feet-first position or early labor? Go ahead and choose the correct answer below!
The last thing that a pregnant woman delivers is...?
Labor is a rather long and tedious process that is divided into a number of phases. As such, it takes hours for the whole process to be over and not everything is delivered at the same time. So, what is the very last thing that a pregnant woman pushes out of her womb?
What vitamin are newborns injected with at birth?
After most babies are born they are injected with a specific vitamin. Who knows what this vitamin is? This vitamin makes it easier for blood to clot and as such prevents a rare but lethal disorder known as 'haemorrhagic disease of the newborn'.
How big is an average 40 day fetus?
Most pregnant women like to track the development stages of the fetus. With every month that passes, the fetus grows larger and larger and its size is often compared to various fruits and vegetables. Who thinks that they know just how big an average 40 day fetus is?
How much coffee can a pregnant woman drink?
Most of us can’t imagine starting our day without a cup of coffee. While we drink coffee for the energy that it gives us, it is also a nice ritual and one that no woman wants to give up during pregnancy.
True or False - Morning sickness only occurs in the morning?
More often than not pregnancy is marked by morning sickness (basically a nauseous feeling and one that does not necessarily cause a woman to throw up) which occurs as a result of increased hormones in the woman’s body. But does morning sickness really only occur in the morning?
When does morning sickness subside?
Morning sickness might be unpleasant but it is, in actual fact, a sign that all is going well. Still, despite this most women can’t wait for morning sickness to subside and luckily, one doesn’t have to wait until giving birth for that to happen.
True or False - A pregnant woman's heart grows during pregnancy?
A woman’s body changes drastically during a pregnancy – her stomach grows significantly as well as her bosom, feet and her fingers. In short, everything expands and gets bigger. But is it true that a woman’s heart expands during pregnancy too?
When does the baby begin hearing outside noises in the womb?
We’ve all seen people talking to a pregnant woman’s stomach and while some of us may have thought it was silly others know that it makes perfect sense. After all, a baby begins to tune into outside noises when he or she is still in the womb.
How much protein does a pregnant woman need on average in a day?
We all know just how important protein is in our food intake but it is even more important for pregnant women. Protein not only helps the fetal tissue and the uterine tissue grow during pregnancy but also increases a pregnant woman’s blood supply.
Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy?
Women who love exercise feel compelled to continue with their exercise regime when they fall pregnant and women who dislike all forms of exercise think that pregnancy is the perfect excuse to justify their inactivity. But who is right in this scenario? Is it safe – or is it dangerous – to exercise during pregnancy?
What does the term "Pica" refer to?
There are countless of seemingly obscure pregnancy terms out there and it might seem like it is impossible to know the meaning of them all. Still, when it comes to pregnancy most women should know what the term “pica” means for quite a few pregnant women experience this phenomenon.
True or False - Contractions stop immediately after birth?
Labor contractions are our body’s way of telling us that we are about to give birth. Most pregnant women experience contractions shortly before going into labor (although it is not uncommon to experience false labor contractions – known as Braxton Hicks – which prepare women for the real thing) but who knows when these contractions stop?
How can Braxton Hicks contractions be calmed?
Braxton Hicks contractions are false labor contractions. They serve no other purpose than to prepare a pregnant woman for the real thing that is yet to come. These contractions are rather annoying but can luckily be calmed. Who knows how?
Do twins have a separate placenta?
Every baby is born with a placenta attached to it which is then cut at birth. The placenta is a vital organ that helps keep the baby healthy and alive during pregnancy through the delivery of nutrients as well as oxygen.
How can stretch marks be prevented?
Most women develop stretch marks – lines on one’s stomach, bosom or thighs – during pregnancy. Of course, no woman wants these “beauty marks” and whether she gets them or not depends quite a lot on genetics as well as what one is eating (rapid gain weight can increase the chances of stretch marks developing).
Pregnant women that notice light spotting should...?
Spotting is another word for vaginal bleeding. Of course, no woman wants to experience spotting but who knows whether light spotting should be a cause for alarm? In other words, what should a pregnant woman do if she notices light spotting?
How much should an average pregnant woman gain during her pregnancy?
Every woman gains some pounds during her pregnancy as a result of the growing baby that she is carrying inside her womb. However, just because a woman is pregnant that doesn’t mean that she should indulge in large amounts of unhealthy food for gaining too much is not at all healthy. So, how much should an average woman gain during pregnancy?
Which of the below foods should a pregnant woman avoid?
Pregnant women face a lot of restrictions. Suddenly, certain things – think extreme sports or unhealthy habits such as smoking - that were once part of their usual routine have to be eliminated. But is it true that there are also certain foods that pregnant women should avoid?
What medication should pregnant women avoid?
It is not uncommon for pregnant women to fall ill or to catch a cold. And while their first instinct might be to reach for their usual medication, it is vital that they consult a doctor. While some medicines might be totally okay to take, other medicines might cause complications in pregnancy.
Which of the below foods does NOT help combat morning sickness?
No pregnant woman likes morning sickness. After all, more often than not it tends to ruin the whole day. However, there are certain foods that can be eaten to combat morning sickness just like there are certain foods that can trigger it.
Which of the below needs to dilate before a pregnant woman can give birth?
Before a pregnant woman can give birth naturally, one of her organs needs to dilate. Who knows what this organ is? Is it the woman’s cervix, the woman’s uterus, the woman’s pancreas or the woman’s lungs? Go ahead and choose the correct answer below!
The surgical removal of the baby is known as...?
Sometimes vaginal birth is not possible and as such the baby has to be removed from a pregnant woman’s body via surgery. There are a number of reasons as to why this could happen, including complications during pregnancy – think infections and health conditions - or complications during birth – think birth defects and slow labor.
Which of the below describes a baby's movements in the womb?
At some point during the pregnancy a woman begins to feel the movements that her baby is making in the uterus. The timing of these movements varies from woman to woman but quite a few women can feel these movements as early as 12 weeks into their pregnancy. But what are these movements called?
How many stages of labor are there?
Compared to pregnancy, labor lasts a very short time. However, it feels much longer in the moment partly because it is rather stressful and partly because it is divided into a number of stages. Who knows how many labor stages are there?
What does the term "vernix" mean?
Who knows what the term “vernix” refers to? Does it refer to the fine hair that covers the body of the fetus, a waxy substance that covers the newborn baby, a baby’s first poop or a popular cream that helps eliminate stretch marks?
How many weeks does an average pregnancy last?
Most women both like and dislike being pregnant. On the one hand, pregnancy is a very special – and one might even say magical – time since a woman gets to carry a tiny human being inside her. On the other hand it is an incredibly challenging and uncomfortable period and one that many women look forward to ending.
What does the term "lanugo" mean?
Here we have another seemingly strange pregnancy – and baby – related term. Those who have done plenty of research will without doubt know its meaning whereas those who had no time to read up on all things pregnancy and babies will probably struggle with this question.
During which stage of labor is the baby delivered?
While in theory labor does not last that long it certainly feels much lengthier in real life. It is a long process in that quite a lot happens during it. Who knows the exact stage during which a baby is delivered?
During which phase of the first stage of labor should a pregnant woman go to the hospital?
Every pregnant woman is without doubt aware that labor is divided into a number of stages which are then further divided into different phases. The first stage of labor is divided into three phases – early labor phase, active labor phase and transition phase. During which one should a pregnant woman make her way down to the hospital?
