Appendix 2
The Development of the Unborn Child's Body

 

Respiration

 

Timing

Source
Respiratory movements can transport amniotic fluid in and out of the respiratory tract.
Beginning of the 4th month Williams, p 177
Respiration is evident. 12th - 14th weeks after fertilization Williams, p 169


 


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