Key Takeaways

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• There are many different types of contraception, including hormonal, barrier, and behavior methods. • Fertilization or conception occurs in the fallopian tubes, when the sperm cell and egg undergo reactions that contribute to the fusion of the DNA of these cells. • Pregnancy is associated with changes in libido, sexual responsiveness, and sexual behaviors.

• Pregnancy lasts from the first day of the last menstrual cycle until 40 weeks’ gestation. • There are many physiological changes a woman undergoes during pregnancy. • Childbirth involves several stages, leading to the delivery of the infant from the vagina or through an abdominal incision. • Abortions involve termination of a pregnancy; there are many reasons why a woman would want an elective abortion.