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Content Before Birth

8 months, 3 weeks

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From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Note:

Perhaps this little one is smiling in anticipation of the freedom after birth.

Label Key:

1. forehead
2. philtrum
3. chest
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period. One month = 4 weeks.
Expressions
Expressions
Grumpy
Grumpy
Content Before Birth
Content Before Birth
Ready for Birth and Beyond
Ready for Birth and Beyond
The Calm Before the Storm
The Calm Before the Storm
Fertilization Begins
Fertilization Begins
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