AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy. This structure provides oxygen and nutrients to a growing baby. It also removes waste products from the baby’s blood. The placenta attaches to the wall of the uterus, and the baby’s umbilical cord arises from it.

Detailed explanation-2: -The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy. It provides food and oxygen to the fetus.

Detailed explanation-3: -The umbilical cord is the vital connection between the fetus and the placenta.

Detailed explanation-4: -The umbilical cord is considered both the physical and emotional attachment between mother and fetus. This structure allows for the transfer of oxygen and nutrients from the maternal circulation into fetal circulation while simultaneously removing waste products from fetal circulation to be eliminated maternally.

Detailed explanation-5: -A lotus birth is the decision to leave your baby’s umbilical cord attached after they are born. The umbilical cord remains attached to the placenta until it dries and falls off by itself.