Pregnancy typically lasts 40 weeks and involves a fertilized egg implanting in the uterus. Receiving early prenatal care is important for monitoring maternal and fetal health during pregnancy and more likely to result in a healthy baby. The document discusses women's wellbeing during pregnancy, including what to expect over the full term and birth control options to prevent pregnancy.

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Pregnancy occurs when a sperm fertilizes an egg after it is released from the ovary during ovulation.
The fertilized egg then travels down into the uterus, where implantation occurs. A successful implantation results in
pregnancy.
On average, a full-term pregnancy lasts 40 weeks. There are many factors that can affect a pregnancy.
Women who receive an early pregnancy diagnosis and prenatal care are more likely to experience a healthy
pregnancy and give birth to a healthy baby.
Knowing what to expect during the full pregnancy term is important for monitoring both your health and the health of
the baby.
If you would like to prevent pregnancy, there are also effective forms of birth control you should keep in mind