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Covered Eyes, Open Mouth

5 months, 1 week

Note:

Babies are far better off staying in the womb until at least 36 weeks after fertilization. Premature birth is never preferred, but is sometimes necessary and/or unavoidable.

Label Key:

  • 1. right hand covering right eye
  • 2. right forearm
  • 3. forehead
  • 4. left cheek
  • 5. open mouth
  • 6. left forearm
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All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period. One month = 4 weeks.
Covered Eyes, Open Mouth
Covered Eyes, Open Mouth
( 5 months, 1 week)
The Face
The Face
( 5 months, 2 weeks)
Face, 22-Week Fetus
Face, 22-Week Fetus
( 5 months, 2 weeks)
The Eyes are Open
The Eyes are Open
( 6 months)
The Face and Left Upper Limb
The Face and Left Upper Limb
( 6 months, 1 week)
Slightly Open Right Eye
Slightly Open Right Eye
( 6 months, 1 week)
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