Pregnancy begins with fertilization, when a sperm cell fuses with an egg to form a zygote. The developing embryo then travels to the uterus, where it implants in the uterine lining. Many medical professionals consider implantation the true beginning of pregnancy because it establishes the embryo’s connection to the mother and triggers hormonal changes.
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