Key Words Flashcards
(17 cards)
Embryo
Egg once it has been fertilised
Implantation
When the embryo implants into the womb
Viable pregnancy
A normal working pregnancy
Lanugo
Very fine hairs over the baby in womb
Vernix
Fatty white substance baby is covered in. Also protects baby
Umbilical cord
Connects the mother to baby
Amniotic sack
Sack baby is in. Contains liquid and protects baby
Placenta
Section of cells connected to uterus that is the main junction from baby to mother
Trimester
The 3 different stages of pregnancy are called trimesters
Foetus
The baby inside the uterus. When the heart beats it is no longer and embryo
5 different types of children’s books
Picture books Material books Audio books Sing a long books Pop up books
4 ways of encouraging emotional and social development
Nursery
Talk to others
Show love
Praise them
3 characteristics of a new born
Rooting reflex
Startle reflex
Sucking reflex
2 things to look for when choosing a buggy
Size of the pram
How much weight it can hold or how much it weighs
Game or toy that helps a child develop fine motor skills
Building blocks
Gross motor skills
Using big muscles
Fine motor skills
Using small muscles such as hands