What are the normal stages of fetal development?

Day 1: Fertilization occurs.

Day 6: Embryo implants in the uterus.

Day 18: Human heartbeat can be detected.

Day 21: Foundations for many organs are apparent.

Day 31: Human anatomy (arms, legs, etc. )  develops

Day 38: Every muscle block is present; baby begins moving
              independently

Day 40: Brain waves can be detected.

6 Weeks: EKG and EEG can be done; 
               fingers and toes are forming.

8 weeks: Every organ system is present,
              baby is swimming in amniotic fluid.

12 Weeks: Baby has sleep / wake cycle, digests food,
                swallows, excretes, breathes amniotic fluid,
                has vocal cords, and cries.

16 Weeks:  The baby's gender can be determined by
                    ultra sound

22 Weeks:  By this age the baby's eyelashes can be seen and
                    the lungs are developed


See the ultra sound picture below

Ultra Sound is offered at both
the Blairsville and Dalton offices.

Contact either office to set up an appointment.

Phone and email listed below.

7 weeks