Quickening

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Quickening

Quickening (/kwɪkənɪŋ/), from the Old English cwicu, meaning "alive", is a term used in pregnancy to describe the first moment a woman feels the movements of the fetus.

Etymology

The term "quickening" is derived from the Old English cwicu, meaning "alive". It is related to the term "quick", which in the context of pregnancy, refers to a living child.

Pronunciation

The term is pronounced as /kwɪkənɪŋ/.

Definition

Quickening refers to the initial motion of the fetus in the uterus as it is perceived or felt by the pregnant woman. According to the American Pregnancy Association, this can occur anywhere from the 13th to the 25th week of pregnancy.

Related Terms

  • Fetus: The unborn offspring from the end of the 8th week after conception (when the major structures have formed) until birth.
  • Pregnancy: The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body.
  • Gestation: The period of time between conception and birth, during which the fetus grows and develops inside the mother's womb.

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