Author Question: A father's contribution to pregnancy and the birth process, in addition to his genes, has recently ... (Read 54 times)

lbcchick · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

A father's contribution to pregnancy and the birth process, in addition to his genes, has recently gained attention in research. Explain what a father can do to contribute to the birth of his child.

What will be an ideal response

Question 2

List, in order, the three stages of gestational development. Cite the vulnerability statistics relative to each stage.

What will be an ideal response

ky860224 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Responses should include the father's role in helping the mother-to-be stay healthy,
ensuring good nutrition, and avoiding drugs and alcohol. A father can also help
minimize stress in the mother's life, keeping cortisol levels low.

Answer to Question 2

The stages are germinal, embryonic, and fetal. At least 60 percent of germinal
organisms fail to grow or implant and thus do not survive. About 20 percent of
embryos are aborted spontaneously, usually because of chromosomal
abnormalities. About 5 percent of all fetuses are aborted spontaneously before
viability at 22 weeks or are stillborn.