Unit 2 Preparation for pregnancy and birth Reproduction Stages of the menstrual cycle Recognise label and describe the functions of the male and female reproductive systems Describe the process of fertilisation and conception ID: 763167
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Unit 2: Preparation for pregnancy and birth Reproduction Stages of the menstrual cycle. Recognise, label and describe the functions of the male and female reproductive systems. Describe the process of fertilisation and conception. Decsribe the genetic influence on gender. What genes are male and female? Describe the early development of the embryo and foetus. Infertility Describe reasons for male and female infertility. Describe possible treatments of infertility, such as IVF. What is the difference between ‘primary’ and ‘secondary’ infertility? Identify methods of increasing fertility. Diet during pregnancy Food to avoid during pregnancy and why Foods for a healthy pregnancy and their nutritional benefits. Diet for breastfeeding women. Factors relating to the health of an expectant mother. Identify and explain the lifestyle factors that affect the development of the foetus. Roles of the different health professionals Describe the roles of the health professionals who provide support such as a midwife/health visitor Options about where the birth can take place. Advantages and disadvantages. (home vs hospital) Role of the father/birth partner.
Unit 2: Preparation for pregnancy and birth Antenatal care Preparation for the new baby The birth Identify and describe screening tests. Identify and describe diagnostic tests. Describe antenatal care through all three trimesters Describe possible problems in pregnancy. Explain why antenatal/parenting classes are important for an expectant mother. What is an antenatal class and what is it for? Explain what is taught at an antenatal class. Explain what a birth plan is and what information is included on it. The advantages and disadvantages of the places where the baby can be born. Maternity home/ hospital/ home Identify items to be packed in the hospital bag. Explain the advantages and disadvatages of different types of pain relief. Describe what occurs at each stage of labour. (First stage, second stage and third stage) Describe possible interventions required during the birthing process. (Forceps/ ventouse /episiotomy) Describe the neonatal tests performed on the baby. Identify areas in the home that require ‘baby-proofing’ Identify the essential equipment required for the baby. Guidelines for buying a pram.