Monthly Archives: October 2011

The placenta

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Dr Kvitova

The placenta is a disc-shaped structure attached to the wall of the uterus and connected to the baby via the umbilical cord. It is a network of arteries and veins from your baby that interfaces with your circulation. At term, … Continue reading →

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How your body cares for your baby

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Dr Kvitova

Normally, the development of the fetus from a tiny group of cells to a fully grown baby occurs inside the uterus with the help of the placenta, the umbilical cord and the amniotic fluid. 1 The placenta enables oxygen and … Continue reading →

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