Pregnancy and Birth: Year 7 Guide
Biology/Health Education Understanding reproduction and development Key concepts for Year 7 students
Do It Now - Retrieval Practice
1. Name the four stages of the menstrual cycle 2. What is fertilisation? 3. How long does a typical menstrual cycle last? 4. What happens during ovulation?
WALT (We Are Learning To)
Explain when in the menstrual cycle pregnancy is most likely Describe important health considerations during pregnancy Identify and sequence the stages of birth Use key vocabulary accurately
Success Criteria
Bronze: I can name when pregnancy is most likely to occur Silver: I can explain health needs during pregnancy and describe birth stages Gold: I can analyse fertility patterns and evaluate pregnancy health advice Platinum: I can create detailed explanations linking all concepts together
Fertility and the Menstrual Cycle
Ovulation occurs around day 14 of a 28-day cycle Egg survives 12-24 hours after release Sperm can survive 3-5 days in female reproductive system Fertile window: days 10-16 of cycle (approximately) Highest chance of pregnancy: 2-3 days before and day of ovulation
Check Your Understanding
Why is the fertile window longer than the time an egg survives? If someone has a 30-day cycle, when would ovulation likely occur? What factors might affect cycle length?
Health During Pregnancy
Balanced diet with extra nutrients (folic acid, iron, calcium) Regular prenatal check-ups with healthcare professionals Avoid alcohol, smoking, and certain medications Gentle exercise and adequate rest Emotional support and stress management
Stages of Birth
Key Vocabulary
Fertilisation: sperm and egg joining together Ovulation: release of egg from ovary Fertile window: time when pregnancy most likely Prenatal: before birth Labour: process of giving birth Placenta: organ providing nutrients to developing baby
Plenary: Exit Ticket
Complete this sentence: 'Pregnancy is most likely when...' Name two important health considerations during pregnancy Put the birth stages in order: placenta delivery, cervix dilation, baby born One new thing I learned today was...