After the egg cell is fertilized by the sperm, a single cell is formed, which contains all the genetic material necessary for the further formation of the fetus.
This cell has 46 chromosomes (23 from the mother and 23 from the father). These genetic "building blocks" determine the characteristics of the fetus, such as sex, eye and hair color. Since half of the chromosomes are yours, the child may look like either you or the father.
12-20 hours after fertilization, the cell begins to divide. The cells continue to divide, resulting in a ball of cells. This is the beginning of a new life.
Tips
Now is the time to learn more about pregnancy and motherhood. It is recommended to read useful books or websites with recommendations for mothers. Friends who have children can share their experiences with you, recommend good books or resources;
Pregnancy puts high demands on your body. You may need extra vitamins, minerals, and nutrients like folic acid, vitamin B12, and iron to support your baby's development. You can improve your diet or start taking vitamin complexes as recommended by your doctor.
In the mother,
the fertilized ovum begins to divide rapidly and travels through the fallopian tubes to the uterus, where it remains until the end of pregnancy. This process takes about 7 days from the time the egg is released from the ovaries. During this time, the lining of the uterus thickens and blood supply improves, which is necessary to prepare to receive the developing embryo.
You can use the date of the last menstrual period to calculate the due date.
