the release of eggs from the ovaries, a key part of the female reproductive cycle

how well a person can produce eggs or sperm and achieve pregnancy

when a female’s monthly periods end and the body stops releasing eggs, typically occurring in their mid-50s

The fertility cycle

RSHE (PSHE)

Pregnancy

Assisted conception

Healthy pregnancies

Unintended pregnancy

Abortion

This unit explores reproductive health and pregnancy. Pupils learn about pregnancy and fertility cycles, explore healthy pregnancy practices, and receive medically accurate information on all options for unintended pregnancy.

Healthy intimate relationships: What are my choices in pregnancy?

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Physical illness or injury, medical procedures, blood.

Depiction or discussion of sex or sexual body parts, including sex education.

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

Which phase of the menstrual cycle has the highest chance of conception?

A female's fertility {{}} with age, particularly after 35, due to a decrease in the number and quality of eggs.

when a female's monthly periods end and the body stops releasing eggs

factors which can affect fertility in both males and females

Match the term to its correct definition.

At approximately what age does menopause typically occur?

hormones completely stop being produced at age 40

the number and quality of eggs decrease over time

women don't want to have children over the age of 25

Why does female fertility change with age?

Put the phases of the menstrual cycle in order, starting with the earliest.

Which word means the period from conception to birth?

{{}} relates to the care and support given during pregnancy and before birth.

different stages of the foetus' development

what the baby is going to like and dislike when it grows up

what types of symptoms the expectant mother will experience

What does each trimester represent during pregnancy?

At what point is the embryo now referred to as the foetus?

the foetus' brain, spinal cord and major organs begin to form

the foetus can hear sounds from outside the womb

the foetus' organs mature and their lungs develop fully

Match the foetus' developmental stage with the correct trimester.

Put the developmental stages of a foetus in the correct order, starting with the earliest.

Exit Quiz

Which phase of the menstrual cycle has the highest chance of conception?