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How does the fetus get nutrients early in pregnancy?
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The placenta: The placenta transfers fluid, nutrients and some medications from mom to the fetus.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Through the placenta: Everything the fetus gets depends on transfer from the mother. Very very early in pregnancy, nutrients and energy diffuse through tissues, but the placenta quickly assumes the role of transferring everything from the mother to her fetus.
Answered 9/30/2012
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