Healthy pregnancies
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe the key elements of maintaining a healthy pregnancy.
Key learning points
- A balanced diet is critical for foetal development and maternal health during pregnancy.
- Regular, safe exercise can improve mood, energy and sleep for pregnant women.
- Prenatal care includes regular check-ups for monitoring the health of the mother and foetus.
- The importance of pelvic floor health.
Keywords
Prenatal care - medical and health care provided to a pregnant individual to ensure a healthy pregnancy
Common misconception
During pregnancy, an expectant mother should eat for two.
Expectant mothers need a balanced diet, not double portions. Extra calories are only needed in later stages of pregnancy, and quality matters more than quantity.
Teacher tip
You could work with your RSHE or careers lead to invite a midwife or health visitor in to speak to the class.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of mental health issues
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which term means a process of introducing sperm into a female's reproductive system by non-natural means?
Q2.An embryo transfer is the placement of an embryo into the to establish a pregnancy.
Q3.Which of the following happens last in the IVF process?
Q4.Which of the following are common considerations about assisted conception?
Q5.What is the process by which an egg is fertilised by sperm outside the body?
Q6.Which of the following is a true statement?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its correct definition.
care during pregnancy to ensure the health of the mother and foetus
the process of the foetus growing and maturing in the womb
substances in food that help the body grow and stay healthy
Q2.Which of these are key benefits of regular, safe exercise during pregnancy?
Q3.Eating a diet during pregnancy is important for both the expectant mother's health and foetal development.
Q4.Which of these nutrients is especially important for foetal development?
Q5.During pregnancy, regular appointments help monitor both the mother's and the foetus' health.
Q6.If you are pregnant, you should avoid caffeine because ...
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