FETAL DEVELOPMENT 1ST TRIMESTER >FIRST MONTH- The embryo can be seen by the naked eye.The spinal column,as well as the spinal cord and foundation of the brain begin to appear.The heart starts beating on the 25th day. >SECOND MONTH- The spine can move.all the internal organs of the body are in place.the joints of the shoulders,elbows,hips and knees become obvious.At this stage of development,genital organs are quite visible and the fetus has a fish-like appearance. >THIRD MONTH- Face and eyes are already distinguishable;the eyelids are closed.there are more limb movements due to the formation of body muscles that coordinate w/ the brain.The fingers,fingernails,and toes are fully formed.Now the baby can swallow.It takes in the amniotic fluid,which is also a reason for the sucking motion of the mouth.
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