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What Does Pregnant Mean?

Pregnant

Say: PREG-nent

When a man's sperm fertilizes an egg inside a woman, the fertilized egg will grow and become a baby. That means the woman is pregnant. The baby grows inside the woman's uterus (say: YOO-tur-us). It takes about 9 months for a baby to be fully ready to be born.

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.