Phases of pregnancy
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Two Weeks- Conception (Fertilization)
The egg and sperm unite and form a single living cell, a new human being.
This cell is smaller than a grain of salt, yet it contains detailed genetic information like the color of their hair and eyes, the unique fingerprint, the skin tone, the physical appearance and much more.
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Five Weeks
The heart, which is the size of a poppy seed, begins to beat.
The brain and every single organ system has started developing.
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Six Weeks
All four chambers of the heart are present and pumping the embryo's own blood to their brain and body.
The head, as well as the chest and abdominal cavities have formed.
The beginnings of the arms and legs are easily seen.